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.

Come often and be informed of the goings-on in this global community of conservation professionals dedicated to advancing the science and practice of conserving Earth's biological diversity.

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Meeting Again: Smith Fellows Retreat

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The Smith Fellowship hosted its first in-person retreat since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in Point Reyes, California

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Member Spotlight: Dr. Carolina Murcia

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Get to know the new editor in chief for Conservation Science and Practice

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SCB Announces New Editor-in-Chief for Conservation Science and Practice

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The Society for Conservation Biology is thrilled to announce Dr. Carolina Murcia as the new editor-in-chief for Conservation Science and Practice.

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Smith Fellows 2023 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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Call for Applications for the 2022 Graduate Student Research Awards

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Apply now for the 2022 Graduate Student Research Awards

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