Research
We study genetics to understand our planet
Why genetics?
Genetic diversity underpins life on earth. It provides the capacity for all species to survive, reproduce and adapt to changing environments.
Our research community applies molecular tools to conservation challenges, studying the importance of genetic diversity from single populations to entire ecosystems.
We integrate our research into global conservation policy, focusing on ways to better measure and monitor genetic diversity, aggregate genetic data for open data platforms, and improve the management of biodiversity.
What we’re doing to make a difference
Developing genetic indicators
We’ve been working to develop better metrics for reporting on genetic diversity via national and global policy (e.g. the Convention on Biological Diversity). We are testing pragmatic indicators that will enable the maintenance of genetic diversity and adaptive capacity of all species, benefiting conservation for decades to come.
Read our outputs from this initiative
