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Lecture 4: Biodiversity – the vital wealth of nature
Prof. Dr. Sabine Zachgo (© Simone Reukauf)
Prof. Dr. Sabine Zachgo (Botany)
As autotrophic organisms, plants create the basis for our life on earth with their enormous diversity and adaptations to all climate zones. The current rapid decline of species due to habitat loss, pollution and climate change reduces the stability of ecosystems and their ability to adapt to change. It is therefore essential to understand plant diversification and adaptation mechanisms: How do adaptive morphological and biochemical innovations arise in plants? What role does plant diversity play in food and resource supply, drug production, climate protection and mental well-being? Plant biodiversity - and gaining knowledge about how it is created and can be protected - secures our basis for life and a sustainable future.
Date: 14.10.2025, 09:00 - 09:45
Location: Lecture hall 35/E01
