SCB News Blog

The SCB News Blog is the best source for member-oriented news from the Society for Conservation Biology. Here you'll find an account of what's new at SCB, coverage of SCB members in the news, and conservation-related commentary and reportage.

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Call for Nominations for SCB Distinguished Service Awards

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The Society for Conservation Biology is excited to announce its call for nominations for the 2025 Service Awards!

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SCB Announces 2024 Award Winners for Outstanding Contributions to Biodiversity Conservation

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The Society for Conservation Biology (SCB) is excited to announce the winners of its 2024 Group Awards for outstanding contributions to biodiversity protection.

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2024 Graduate Student Research Awards: Open Now

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Applications for the 2024 Graduate Student Research Fellowship Awards are now open!

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Smith Fellows 2025 Call for Proposals Announced

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The Society for Conservation Biology is pleased to solicit applications for the David H. Smith Conservation Research Fellowship Program.

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SCB Project Inspires WWF’s Efforts to Help Conservationists Work with Faith Groups

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Inspired by a Society for Conservation Biology project, the World Wildlife Fund's Beliefs & Values Programme recently issued guidance to assist conservationists in developing effective partnerships with leaders and members of faith organizations.

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