Research & Expertise

The loss of biodiversity is becoming one of the main threats of the 21st century – it undermines the resilience of ecosystems, raises questions about food security and increases the risk of new epidemics. At the masterclass, Alexander Shestakov, former Director for Science, Society and Sustainable Futures of the UN Convention on Biological Diversity, spoke about global approaches to the conservation of wildlife and the role of Russia in international initiatives.