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Climate change exposes gaps in Europe’s protected-area network

A new study maps where large mammals may find it easier to move as the climate changes, accounting for both landscape connectivity and the energy animals need to cross different terrain.

A. Kunzelmann

Remembering Prof Dr Josef Settele

iDiv mourns the unexpected passing of Josef Settele, an internationally renowned biodiversity researcher, respected colleague, and cherished friend.

Louise McRae

What does the new Living Plant Index tell us?

The Living Planet Index (LPI) is a widely publicised yet often misunderstood measure. In our latest podcast episode, we take a closer look at what the LPI actually tells us.

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iDiv expert shares insights from landmark soil assessment

Dr Monica Farfan reflects on her contribution to the FAO’s Status of the World’s Soil Resources report and explains the challenge of keeping soils healthy.

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Events

Synthesis group meeting sTime

02.11.2026 09:00 – 06.11.2026 15:00

Seminar talk by Donat Agosti, President of Plazi

04.11.2026 13:00 – 14:00

Synthesis group meeting sPectra

09.11.2026 09:00 – 13.11.2026 15:00

Seminar talk by iDiv Fellow, Jenny Zambrano, Washington State University – Investigating the drivers shaping tree communities in the Northwestern United States

11.11.2026 13:00 – 14:00

Seminar talk by Vasilis Dakos, Institute of Evolutionary Science of Montpellier (ISEM)

25.11.2026 13:00 – 14:00

Synthesis group meeting sModelProBio

08.03.2027 09:00 – 12.03.2027 15:00

Synthesis group meeting sMacrobehaviour

05.04.2027 09:00 – 09.04.2027 15:00

Synthesis group meeting sConsume

19.04.2027 09:00 – 23.04.2027 15:00

Synthesis group meeting sRealBioFun

27.04.2027 09:00 – 30.04.2027 15:00

Synthesis group meeting sMacroS

31.05.2027 09:00 – 03.06.2027 15:00

Synthesis group meeting sNEXT

07.06.2027 09:00 – 11.06.2027 15:00

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Numbers

5% of global mammal biomass lives “in the wild”

A surprising insight into how humans shape ecosystems — explored in the Inside Biodiversity podcast.

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Over 300 iDiv Members

Research at iDiv is enhanced through the expertise of more than 300 members within the consortium.

5,158 scientific publications

iDiv researchers contribute globally recognised insights into biodiversity, ecology, and conservation.

Nature's masterpiece unveiled: A lush mountain forest with a continent-shaped turquoise lake from an aerial ultra-wide view. A call to protect our planet through sustainable development. 3D rendering.

14 global synthesis projects launched

The iDiv Synthesis Centre coordinated a major international call that united global teams to tackle biodiversity–climate challenges through 14 funded synthesis projects.

German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research Halle-Jena-Leipzig – iDiv

iDiv is a global leader in biodiversity research.

The German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research – iDiv is focused on understanding the variety of life on earth. We measure and monitor how this diversity is changing, and how it affects ecosystem functioning and services.

We are establishing the scientific basis for sustainably managing, protecting, and restoring biodiversity for a more resilient future.

iDiv’s Impact