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China’s rapid development has kept ecology low on its list of priorities. But, ahead of it hosting the 2021 United Nations biodiversity conference, scientists are helping China prepare for more balanced growth – both economically and ecologically.
Research into plant diversity in periglacial areas at a national institute in southwest China’s yunnan province has improved understanding of the ecological resilience of highland plants.
Monitoring natural ecosystem health, and the impact of urbanization, this university in Shanghai contributes to new strategies for sustainable development.