We are currently experiencing the most catastrophic loss of biodiversity in the last 65 million years, from the smallest microorganisms to the largest and most spectacular mammals.
Human existence depends upon the biological resources of the Earth.
In fact, human prosperity is based largely on the ability to utilize biological diversity for food, clothing, medicine, and shelter. Summer Biodiversity Institute examines the loss of biodiversity by teaching critical skills in sampling and data analysis, exploring the nature of biodiversity, and explaining the fundamentals of biogeography and management issues. Classroom lectures, as well as lab, computer and field exercises, are scheduled. Our students come from colleges and universities across the United States and around the world. Biosphere 2 Center.