Welcome to the Centre for Bee Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation at 快播视频 (BEEc)!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
BEEc (pronounced bee-see<\/em>) is an initiative that strives to advance research in the fields of bee ecology, evolution and conservation. The mission of BEEc is to foster interdisciplinary, innovative, collaborative, and cutting-edge research. This research is used for the advancement of knowledge and implementation of policy changes to help sustain pollinators globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ultimately, our goal is to apply our collaborative efforts to the development of policies and environmental management for the long-term sustainability of bees and the vital ecosystem services they provide.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n We currently know of more than 850 species of bee that are native to Canada, and over 20,400 species exist across the planet. Bees provide essential services through their role in the pollination of both agricultural crops and wild plants. As a result, their actions sustain natural ecosystems worldwide. The objective of BEEc is to promote and support the exchange of cross-disciplinary expertise and use it to further our understanding of these vital organisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beyond the research...<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Declines in diversity, health, and populations of wild and managed bees have been documented over the past decade. Consequently, scientists and the general public alike are concerned about the sustainability of their populations and conservation. In response, the BEEc research team collaborates to apply a diverse set of tools to carry out cutting edge scientific research on bees. This will help secure their health and the productivity of important crops and plants that rely on bees for pollination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Who is doing this research?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n The causes of these declines are variable, complex and context-dependent and exist in socio-ecological systems. In response, the BEEc research team plans to tackle some of the factors negatively impacting bee populations using tools from a variety of disciplines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n See the published research...<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n The Centre for Bee Ecology Evolution and Conservation (BEEc) is based at 快播视频, Toronto ON, encompassing multiple faculties and departments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Through diverse approaches, the BEEc Executive Committee<\/a>, along with BEEc's Research, Student, and Industry Associates<\/a> investigate a variety of topics relating to both managed and wild pollinators, with a special emphasis on bees.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOn this page:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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