New paper links European colonization, parrotfish decline in Caribbean coral reefs
Katie Cramer, the Program Lead for Coral Reef Conservation at the Center for Biodiversity Outcomes, has a new paper published in Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution titled “Historical declines in
Guidebook for the Engaged University
Leah Gerber, founding director of the Center for Biodiversity Outcomes, has co-authored a new book alongside Nancy Grimm, founding director of the Central Arizona–Phoenix Long-term Ecological Research program. Titled “The
The opportunity cost of conservation: a case study from Colombia
In a compelling new research paper titled “An investment strategy to address biodiversity loss from agricultural expansion,” Colombia becomes the first case study on how to balance biodiversity goals with
Meet affiliated faculty Robin DeWeese
Read on for an interview with Robin DeWeese, Assistant Teaching Professor, College of Health Solutions.
ASU is launching new school to help students dive into ocean sciences
Of all places, right here in the hot, dry desert, the newest school at Arizona State University (ASU) focuses on the ocean. The new program is providing exciting new
The life of a grass farmer and cattle rancher in Arizona
When Chuck Backus first arrived at his newly acquired ranch in the Superstition Mountains in 1977, the land wasn’t anywhere close to what it is today. Driving out to Quarter Circle U Ranch is driving through a beautiful Arizona desert with cacti and mesquite lining the roads to a backdrop of craggily cliffs.
Reclaim Childhood: An organization for women and girls, by women and girls
Rima Yacoub, Jordan Program Director for Reclaim Childhood, 2021 WE Empower Finalist, Middle East and North Africa As an active Jiu-Jitsu competitor, Rima Yacoub knows the power of utilizing sports
Arizona Food Bank Network addresses food security while supporting local farmers
As part of a week-long Arizona Food and Farm Immersive Course, my fellow ASU Sustainable Food Systems classmates and I heard from various speakers representing different components of Arizona’s local food system. Joined by ASU Swette Center faculty and staff, one evening, my cohort gathered for a reception and heard from Arizona Food Bank Network’s (AzFBN) President and Chief Executive Officer, Angie Rodgers.
A new special issue of the journal Agronomy
Agronomy special issue "Locust and Grasshopper Management: Environmental Impacts and New Perspectives" is now open for submission. For more information click here In many countries around the world, locusts and
Meet affiliated faculty Maureen McCoy
Read on for an interview with Maureen McCoy, Associate Teaching Professor in the College Of Health Solutions and faculty advisor for the Pitchfork Pantry.
What are you doing to be the ancestor you want to be?
“What are you doing to be the ancestor you want to be?” Upon arriving at Spaces of Opportunity in South Phoenix, Arizona, that question greeted us, scribbled on a chalkboard under a farmers market tent.
CBO Leads Nature Forum at VERGE 2022
In our fight to protect Earth’s biodiversity, Leah Gerber and Shirley-Ann Behravesh led a discussion during the 2022 VERGE Nature Forum, promoting our return-on-investment for conservation research and its potential applications for businesses.