research
IN SEARCH OF SOLUTIONS
The BIOMA Center will be a place for interdisciplinary research, a place for experts in a wide range of fields to meet and where critical thinking is the driving force in search for truth with the participation of the general public.
"Our goal is to address key questions about the nature and future of the planet based ona multidisciplinary approach and as a meeting point for university research, the public administration, business and society".
JESÚS MIGUEL SANTAMARÍA
Director of the University of Navarra Biodiversity and Environment Institute
Research...
WITH FOCUS AND IMPACT
Research that pursues lasting solutions to environmental challenges with the focus on people, caring for the environment, the common good and transcendental environmental issues.
MULTIDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH
Research at the BIOMA Center is carried out by interdisciplinary teams of experts from a wide range of fields, including biology, chemistry, physical geology, law, sociology, agriculture, technology, philosophy, geography, architecture and economics... Their vision and knowledge are necessary to take a holistic approach to problems and provide comprehensive solutions based on consensus.
RESEARCH THAT IS CLOSE TO SOCIETY
Bringing the knowledge generated by the University closer to society requires the participation of the general public procedures and environmental education. It is also necessary disseminate the results of the research clearly, truthfully and ethically.
BIODIVERSITY
and ENVIRONMENT Institute
The Biodiversity and Environment Institute carries out research on key questions of nature and the future of the planet based on a multidisciplinary approach. It aspires to become a meeting point for university research and the public administration, business and society.
+70
RESEARCHERS WITH EXPERTISE IN BIODIVERSITY AND THE ENVIRONMENT
+140
ACTIVE RESEARCH PROJECTS
+550
SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES WITH SOCIAL IMPACT PUBLISHED
The Biodiversity and Environment Institute seeks to promote environmental education and citizen participation, while sending a positive message based on scientific and technological knowledge. Learn about its main areas of study:
ECOSYSTEM MONITORING
Samples and area-based data are collected to study how ecosystems work. The goal is to ensure the sustainability of managed systems.
ANTHROPOGENIC IMPACTS ON THE ENVIRONMENT
Issues are addressed such as pollution, agricultural inputs and activity, changes in land use and water quality... The goal is to investigate how human activity affects different types of ecosystems.
GLOBAL CHANGE AND BIODIVERSITY
The challenge consists of studying and understanding the processes that lead to global environmental change in order to reduce its effects and promote ecosystem conservation.
SCIENTIFIC COMMUNICATION
We study the narrative forms used to discuss environmental issues and use examples of quality products developed by producers in Spain and other countries.
"Our research responds to major environmental challenges. The culture of dialogue and partnership at the University of Navarra make it possible to carry out multidisciplinary research at the service of the common good."
INMACULADA PASCUAL ELIZALDE
Vice-Dean of the University of Navarra School of Science
Space in the building
2.800
SQUARE METERS
20
EQUIPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY ROOMS
18
LABORATORIES
4
WORKSHOPS
2
GREENHOUSES