skip to content

Conservation Research Institute

The University of Cambridge Conservation Research Institute (CRI) is an inclusive interdisciplinary community of world-leading scholars with an interest in conservation.

Our goals include conducting research and activities that contribute to the protection and flourishing of global biodiversity, a stable and liveable climate, functioning and resilient ecosystems, and improved human well-being for all, as well as understanding the relationship between biodiversity conservation and society.

Latest News

Read more at: UK appoints Cambridge Prof Laura Díaz Anadón to Climate Change Committee

UK appoints Cambridge Prof Laura Díaz Anadón to Climate Change Committee

23 March 2026

UK ministers have appointed University of Cambridge Professor Laura Díaz Anadón to the independent statutory body which advises their governments on greenhouse gas emissions targets and reports to parliament on climate progress.


Read more at: Global insect rescue plan needs new tech to ensure success

Global insect rescue plan needs new tech to ensure success

20 March 2026

A new study recommends the United Nations establishes a dedicated working group to develop insect-focused measurements, and outlines practical tools that could create a worldwide picture of insect health.


Read more at: Ed Turner awarded Pilkington Prize

Ed Turner awarded Pilkington Prize

18 March 2026

Professor Ed Turner, Professor of Insect Ecology and Curator of Insects in the Museum of Zoology, is one of twelve recipients of the Pilkington Prize 2026.


Read more at: Flood tolerant wetland crops could also support nature recovery, finds new research

Flood tolerant wetland crops could also support nature recovery, finds new research

12 March 2026

Research shows that farming wetland-adapted crops on wetter peat - known as paludiculture - can support richer and more diverse bird communities than drained grassland.