https://www.scidev.net/global/rss.xml/?type=topic&rssname=bioprospecting&parent=environmentBioprospecting RSS feeds.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 01:02:29 GMTenhttps://www.scidev.net/global/editorials/middle-east-fracking-shale-gas-extraction/https://www.scidev.net/global/editorials/middle-east-fracking-shale-gas-extraction/MENA countries must take a hard look at risks and alternatives to the controversial shale gas extraction process. Mon, 1 Jun 2015 11:55:17 GMT+0000Bothina Osamahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/doubt-cast-logging-climate-mitigation-role/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/doubt-cast-logging-climate-mitigation-role/The method is pushed at climate talks, but a paper warns it may raise carbon emissions by more than thought. Wed, 6 May 2015 04:08:02 GMT+0000Aamna Mohdinhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/scientists-treaty-protect-deep-ocean/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/scientists-treaty-protect-deep-ocean/International protection must be in place ahead of an anticipated surge in deep-sea mining, say scientists. Fri, 28 Feb 2014 10:58:51 GMT+0000Nick Kennedyhttps://www.scidev.net/global/features/developing-nations-seek-a-share-of-antarctica-s-spoils/https://www.scidev.net/global/features/developing-nations-seek-a-share-of-antarctica-s-spoils/A growing interest in the continent’s resources is fuelling a research and funding boom, reports Paula Leighton. Mon, 10 Feb 2014 12:46:26 GMT+0000Paula Leightonhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/panama-s-sloths-harbour-potential-drugs/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/panama-s-sloths-harbour-potential-drugs/Fungi on three-toed sloth’s fur make compounds that fight bacteria, malaria and Chagas disease parasites in the lab. Thu, 30 Jan 2014 11:53:12 GMT+0000Fred Furtadohttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/scientists-start-to-tap-marine-microbes-for-biotech-use/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/scientists-start-to-tap-marine-microbes-for-biotech-use/French Polynesia hosts marine bacteria that could be used to make cosmetics, drugs and a plastic substitute. Mon, 4 Nov 2013 04:36:04 GMT+0000Michelle Dobrovolnyhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/farmers-rights-at-stake-in-chile-s-monsanto-law-bill/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/farmers-rights-at-stake-in-chile-s-monsanto-law-bill/Campaigners believe the proposed bill on plant rights will harm farmers, but its backers say it will aid exports. Wed, 11 Sep 2013 03:18:17 GMT+0000María Elena Hurtadohttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/india-expands-its-biodiversity-databases/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/india-expands-its-biodiversity-databases/By expanding and interlinking its biodiversity databases India hopes to better inform policymakers. Mon, 22 Oct 2012 11:35:45 GMT+0000T.V. Padmahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/combining-cassava-species-could-lead-to-better-crops/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/combining-cassava-species-could-lead-to-better-crops/Researchers have devised a non-GM method for hybridising wild and cultivated cassava species, to create improved varieties. Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:40:16 GMT+0000Rodrigo de Oliveira Andradehttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/biodiversity-data-gaps-need-bridging-to-meet-global-targets/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/biodiversity-data-gaps-need-bridging-to-meet-global-targets/Data needed for joined-up action on ecosystem protection is lacking, a meeting of the Convention on Biological Diversity has heard. Thu, 11 Oct 2012 05:25:54 GMT+0000T.V. Padmahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/meeting-puts-socioeconomic-impact-on-biosafety-agenda-1/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/meeting-puts-socioeconomic-impact-on-biosafety-agenda-1/The latest round of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety has made the socioeconomic aspects of living modified organisms a priority. Tue, 9 Oct 2012 03:57:11 GMT+0000T.V. Padmahttps://www.scidev.net/global/features/guide-and-glossary-to-cbd/https://www.scidev.net/global/features/guide-and-glossary-to-cbd/The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) has spawned a series of agreements and technical phrases. Sun, 7 Oct 2012 12:41:06 GMT+0000T.V. Padmahttps://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/gaps-in-india-s-implementation-of-biodiversity-law/https://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/gaps-in-india-s-implementation-of-biodiversity-law/Ten years after introducing a Biodiversity Act, India is yet to put it to serious use, say Shalini Bhutani and Kanchi Kohli. Sun, 7 Oct 2012 11:59:31 GMT+0000Shalini Bhutani and Kanchi Kohlihttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/world-citizens-worry-about-biodiversity-loss/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/world-citizens-worry-about-biodiversity-loss/A public consultation on biodiversity loss shows that most people are concerned. Tue, 2 Oct 2012 03:42:54 GMT+0000Catarina Chagashttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/nepal-scores-in-fight-against-wheat-rust/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/nepal-scores-in-fight-against-wheat-rust/Limited resources have not stopped Nepali plant breeders from gaining international recognition in the fight against wheat rust. Tue, 25 Sep 2012 08:18:12 GMT+0000Smriti Mallapatyhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/brazil-fines-35-firms-us-44-million-for-biopiracy/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/brazil-fines-35-firms-us-44-million-for-biopiracy/Brazil has issued fines to companies that did not share benefits from bioprospecting. Fri, 20 Jul 2012 05:12:29 GMT+0000Rodrigo de Oliveira Andradehttps://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/making-the-nagoya-protocol-work-at-the-community-level/https://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/making-the-nagoya-protocol-work-at-the-community-level/Two safeguards for communities' rights to resources can help implement the Nagoya Protocol, argues biodiversity specialist Krystyna Swiderska. Tue, 3 Jul 2012 05:15:30 GMT+0000Krystyna Swiderskahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/africa-s-biosafety-regulators-urged-to-strengthen-links-1/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/africa-s-biosafety-regulators-urged-to-strengthen-links-1/Africa needs stronger links between biotechnology regulators and key stakeholders to build a functional biosafety system, experts say. Tue, 29 May 2012 04:57:21 GMT+0000George Achiahttps://www.scidev.net/global/features/developing-countries-face-up-to-synthetic-biology-challenges-1/https://www.scidev.net/global/features/developing-countries-face-up-to-synthetic-biology-challenges-1/As commercial synthetic biology production gathers speed, there are growing calls for greater regulation, reports Yojana Sharma. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:32:26 GMT+0000Yojana Sharmahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/asia-pacific-may-benefit-from-marine-bio-prospecting/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/asia-pacific-may-benefit-from-marine-bio-prospecting/Asian and Pacific countries are home to a vast diversity of marine wealth, which experts say should be shared with indigenous communities. Fri, 2 Mar 2012 03:19:56 GMT+0000Ruci Mafi Botei