Preserving Biodiversity And Protecting Wildlife: Inside Nature First's Integrated Approach

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Nature FIRST hosted an online session where we delved into a specific case study focusing on bears, to provide participants with a deeper and more technical understanding of the tools and methodologies employed in the Nature FIRST project.

This online demo was tailored for individuals involved or interested in biodiversity and wildlife conservation, environmental protection, and natural area management. In case you missed it, we invite you to watch the recording and download the slides in if you are interested in learning about tools and solutions for common issues within these fields. 

Over the course of a one-hour session, we covered:

1. Advanced Monitoring Tools: Our team of experts presented a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge monitoring tools and technologies at the core of the Nature FIRST project. We explained the technical functionalities and capabilities of these tools and how they are advancing conservation efforts
2. The Bear Case Study: We explored the practical application of our tools and techniques in the context of bear conservation. This real-world case study illustrated how these tools are deployed to ensure the welfare of bear populations.
3. Forensic Aspects: We delved into the critical domain of forensics and its intrinsic connection to addressing and combating poaching. We discussed the technical aspects of forensic methodologies and their role in the success of our project.

By the end of the session, participants gained understanding of the multifaceted strategies and resources at our disposal in the ongoing battle to protect our planet's most vulnerable wildlife.

 

Agenda of the session:

1. Introduction of Nature FIRST, Jan Kees Schakel, Sensing Clues


2. Nature FIRST tech & solutions demonstrations

  • Examples from the field: Bear protection. What tools are used for monitoring? How? Success stories & the daily work in Bulgaria
  • The importance of wildlife forensics & training
  • Nature FIRST Value propositions, goals, and hopes for the future 

3. Discussion: ''What are your current challenges in wildlife conservation?''  

After the demonstrations, we opened the floor to a Q&A session where participants asked questions and provided feedback. 

The session took place on November 23, 13:00 CET. If you missed the session, you can still gain valuable insights by filling out the form below to receive the demo recording and slides. We encourage you to join the discussion and contribute to the ongoing efforts in biodiversity preservation.
Nature FIRST, 2023

Nature FIRST is a Research and Innovation (RIA) from HORIZON-CL6-2021-BIODIV-01-02 Call (grant agreement number: 101060954) that has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme. Nature FIRST website and its content reflect the views only of the authors, and the European Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.