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Effective biodiversity conservation: will you contribute to the solutions? Two more weeks to go before
the call for parallel (regular) sessions closes. Early Birds can register till March 31. Read more about the programme and activities in this newsletter.
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Interview with keynote speaker Helen Kopnina: "We need to speak a language that corporates can understand."
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Helen Kopnina (Northumbria University) is one of the keynote speakers at the European Congress of Conservation
Biology. Her research focuses on environmental education and the relationship between biodiversity and business; an issue she considers vital to life. Yet, according to this internationally recognised scientist, knowledge alone is not enough.
We conservation biologists know a lot, yet this will not save the planet, says Helen.
"We need to translate our knowledge into socio-economic terms. We need to start speaking a language that corporations can understand.”
"Most corporations still believe that renewable energy will solve the climate crisis and that all problems
will be resolved. They focus heavily on climate and carbon accounting, but they overlook what truly drives environmental destruction: expanding agriculture, urban development, deforestation, and mining. Land use. Wind turbines and solar panels alone will not
save us. Corporations need to become aware of this."
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Deadline: abstracts for parallel (regular) sessions closes Febuary 15.
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The call for abstracts for parallel (regular) sessions is open until February 15, 2026. Researchers, policymakers,
and practitioners are invited to submit their abstracts via the submission
portal. This call applies only to the parallel (regular) sessions, which are oral presentations, poster sessions, or speed talks. The call for symposia,
round tables/panels, workshops and training course proposals is already closed.
Be aware: when you submit your abstract you need to register simultaneously.
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Meet peers: join the social activities
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Throughout the congress week, a range of social events will be organised to give participants the opportunity to get to know Leiden, its surroundings, and the natural landscape of the region. These events are designed to encourage informal interaction and networking,
complementing the scientific programme of the congress. Interested in joining one or more of the social events? Please sign up for it during your registration.
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Exploring the Dutch Dune landscape
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Join us for an immersive field excursion into one of the Netherlands’ most characteristic landscapes:
the dunes. We will visit Berkheide, a designated Natura 2000 area and part of the Hollandse Duinen National Park.
Biologist and guest lecturer Bart van Engeldorp Gastelaars will guide you on a three-hour walk through
several iconic dune habitats, including wet dune slacks (H2190), fixed coastal dunes (H2130*), and embryonic shifting dunes (H2110). At the end of the walk we will have lunch together in a restaurant on the beach.
This excursion is one of the three excursions that will take place on Monday July 6, allowing participants
to explore relevant sites and projects.
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ECCB
2026 aims to promote effective biodiversity conservation, bringing together researchers, professionals, and practitioners from across Europe and
beyond. It connects research and practices in the field of conservation biology and it links conservation biology to all other disciplines necessary to achieve effective biodiversity conservation. The congress also connects conservation biology with crucial
stakeholders in society. The congress provides a dynamic platform for discussion, innovation, and networking.
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p/a Leiden University (CML), Einsteinweg 2, 2333 CC Leiden
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