Coral reefs are disappearing at an alarming rate, and along with them, entire ecosystems are now threatened. Scientists are engaged in a real race against time to save these vital actors in marine life.

From 27 to 31 May, the CNRS is organising Ecology, Environment and Biodiversity Week, to bring together researchers, partners and local players to discuss scientific issues relating to ecology and the protection of our environment.

International Day for biological diversity is an opportunity to celebrate the beautiful and varied forms of wild fauna and flora and to raise awareness of the multitude of benefits that their conservation brings to people.

To mark World Water Day on 22 March, we present an overview in images of the countless, sometimes unexpected issues surrounding the most vital and threatened resource of the 21st century.

26 July is the international day for the conservation of mangroves. This atypical maritime forest, subject to the tides and trade winds, plays an essential role in the dynamics of tropical shores and provides unsuspected services to populations and the environment.The mangrove, a forest that grows in salt water

On the occasion of World clean-up Day, here’s a small overview in pictures of fundamental and innovative research on a subject that affects us all.