biodiversity

Thai Tiger Numbers Are Slowly Bouncing Back

The tiger population in a Thai wildlife reserve is increasing, thanks to enhanced protection measures by the Thai government and the Wildlife Conservation Society.

What Is Driving The Loss Of Protected Areas?

The larger the protected area, the more likely it is to experience downgrading, downsizing and degazettement.

7 Must-Read Stories In November 2015

Plant and fungal biology were among the popular topics in November, with stories on gene editing and the sequencing of the dandruff-causing Malassezia.

Neo Mei Lin & Ling Xing Yi Awarded 2015 L’Oréal Singapore National Fellowships

Drs. Neo Mei Lin and Ling Xing Yi have been recognized for their contributions to marine biodiversity and materials science respectively.

A Champion For Conservation

Professor Chou Loke Ming has been a tireless crusader for protecting Singapore's coral reefs and hopes that our waters will one day be clear again.

An Invisible Wildlife Trade Uncovered

The illegal trade of flora of Southeast Asia is larger than previously thought, spurring the call for more attention to be paid to this important form of biodiversity.

How To Dissect A Whale

Ever wondered what it takes to dissect an entire whale? Find out more from Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum curator Marcus Chua!

Xmalesia: Indonesia’s Digital Herbarium

The Xmalesia digital herbarium currently has a collection of 2,000 plant samples and 800 DNA barcodes.

Tiny Snail Sheds Light On Subterranean Diversity In Eurasia

A snail discovered in the Nodong cave in South Korea provides a glimpse into the ancient subterranean biodiversity in the region.