Centre for Biodiversity Conservation (CBC)

12/01/2026

Welcome to guest lecture in this week!

The Centre for Biodiversity Conservation (CBC) will host a hybrid guest lecture event under the title "The Imperfect Poem: A Story About Humans and Nature" as in the attached photo. This presentation will be provided by Dr. Zulmira Coimbra, a conservation biologist and science communicator from Fauna & Flora-Cambodia programme, Cambodia.

This event will take place at room #418, Building A (main campus), Faculty of Sciences, Royal University of Phnom Penh, Russian Federation Boulevard, Khan Toul Kork, Phnom Penh on Thursday 15th January from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.

You can also join us from distance via Google Meet in the following link:
https://meet.google.com/qwp-epus-run

Thanks,

See you there

29/12/2025

On behalf of CBC, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mr. Soth Phalla, a representative of Fisheries Action and Coalition Team (FACT) for your insightful and engaging guest lecture on the "Zoning of Prek Kampong Smach Marine Fisheries Management Area". His comprehensive presentations provided an in-depth understanding of natural resource management and sustainable utilization including law enforcement and conservation activity planning in the coastal fisheries area in Kampot province.

Mr. Phalla's knowledge and practical examples not only elucidated the current challenges and opportunities in this field but also inspired meaningful discussions and future exploration. His contribution to our learning community is highly valued. He also guides us about research opportunities from the project that crucial for anyone who interested, especially undergraduate and bachelor students who willing to be future pest researchers.

Thank you once again, Mr. Soth Phalla for sharing your knowledge and fostering an environment of growth and innovation. Your contribution to our learning community is truly invaluable.

22/12/2025

Welcome to guest lecture in this week!

The Centre for Biodiversity Conservation (CBC) will host a hybrid guest lecture event under the title "Zoning of Prek Kampong Smach Marine Fisheries Management Area" as in the attached photo. This presentation will be provided by Mr. Soth Phalla, a community engagement coordinator from Fisheries Action Coalition Team (FACT), Cambodia.

This event will take place at room #418, Building A (main campus), Faculty of Sciences, Royal University of Phnom Penh, Russian Federation Boulevard, Khan Toul Kork, Phnom Penh on Wednesday 24th December from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.

You can also join us from distance via Google Meet in the following link:
https://meet.google.com/qwp-epus-run

Thanks,

See you there

10/11/2025

On behalf of CBC, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mr. Doeurk Bros for your insightful and engaging guest lecture on the "Determination of dengue vector mosquitoes in Cambodia: the context of climate and land use changes". His comprehensive presentations provided an in-depth understanding of main dengue vector species and how it disperse across Cambodia, including previous and on going research and recent innovation to prevent during outbreak season.

Mr. Bros's knowledge and practical examples not only elucidated the current challenges and opportunities in this field but also inspired meaningful discussions and future exploration. His contribution to our learning community is highly valued. He also guides us about research opportunities from the project that crucial for anyone who interested, especially undergraduate and bachelor students who willing to be future pest researchers.

Thank you once again, Mr. Doeurk Bros for sharing your knowledge and fostering an environment of growth and innovation. Your contribution to our learning community is truly invaluable.

27/10/2025

Welcome to guest lecture in this week!

The Centre for Biodiversity Conservation (CBC) will host a hybrid guest lecture event under the title "Determination of dengue vector mosquitoes in Cambodia: the context of climate and land use changes" as in the attached photo. This presentation will be provided by Mr. Doeurk Bros, a PhD student from University of Paris-Saclay, France. Currently work at Medical and Veterinary Entomology of Institut Pasteur du Cambodge.

This event will take place at room #418, Building A (main campus), Faculty of Sciences, Royal University of Phnom Penh, Russian Federation Boulevard, Khan Toul Kork, Phnom Penh on Thursday 30th October from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.

You can also join us from distance via Google Meet in the following link:
https://meet.google.com/qwp-epus-run

Thanks,

See you there

25/09/2025

Are you passionate about protecting our planet’s natural heritage? 🌿🌏

We are now inviting applications for the Master of Science in Biodiversity Conservation program. This postgraduate program is designed for students and professionals who want to:
-Gain advanced knowledge in ecology, conservation biology, and environmental management.
-Develop practical skills in biodiversity assessment, research, and policy.
-Work closely with experts and contribute to real-world conservation projects.

Who can apply?
-Graduates in biology, environmental science, natural resource management, or related fields.
-Conservation practitioners and professionals seeking to strengthen their expertise.

Program highlights:
-Interdisciplinary curriculum
-Field-based learning and research opportunities
-Networking with conservation organizations and experts

Please search further details of the program in the poster attached.

19/09/2025

On behalf of CBC, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to Ms. Chroeng Chantha for your insightful and engaging guest lecture on the "Seagrass identification guide and methodology for monitoring in Cambodia". Her comprehensive presentations provided an in-depth understanding of Seagrass diversity in the Cambodia marine habitat, research method design for seagrass survey, mapping for species distribution and monitoring, and potential conservation activities for the future to protect the seagrass habitat.

Ms. Chantha's knowledge and practical examples not only elucidated the current challenges and opportunities in this field but also inspired meaningful discussions and future exploration. His contribution to our learning community is highly valued. He also guides us about research opportunities from the project that crucial for anyone who interested, especially undergraduate and bachelor students who willing to be future conservationist.

Thank you once again, Ms. Chroeng Chantha for sharing your knowledge and fostering an environment of growth and innovation. Your contribution to our learning community is truly invaluable.

Happy Pchum Ben Day everyone!

15/09/2025

Welcome to guest lecture in this week!

The Centre for Biodiversity Conservation (CBC) will host a hybrid guest lecture event under the title "Seagrass identification guide and methodology for monitoring in Cambodia" as in the attached photo. This presentation will be provided by Ms. Chroeng Chantha, a Marine research scientist from Fauna & Flora - Cambodia Programme.

This event will take place at room #418, Building A (main campus), Faculty of Sciences, Royal University of Phnom Penh, Russian Federation Boulevard, Khan Toul Kork, Phnom Penh on Friday 19th September from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.

You can also join us from distance via Google Meet in the following link:
https://meet.google.com/qwp-epus-run

Thanks,

See you there

06/09/2025

On behalf of CBC, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mr. Chea Phallin and Ms. Long Morokot for your insightful and engaging guest lecture on the "Marine Resource and Ecosystem: Current Status and Way Forward". Their comprehensive presentations provided an in-depth understanding of ecosystem services provided by Marine ecosystems, importance of marine conservation in the climate change context, and how marine protected area establishment play crucial role in the marine habitat restoration and long-term protection.

Mr. Phallin's knowledge and practical examples not only elucidated the current challenges and opportunities in this field but also inspired meaningful discussions and future exploration. His contribution to our learning community is highly valued. He also guides us about research opportunities from the project that crucial for anyone who interested, especially undergraduate and bachelor students who willing to be future conservationist.

Thank you once again, Mr. Phallin and Ms. Morokot, for sharing your knowledge and fostering an environment of growth and innovation. Your contribution to our learning community is truly invaluable.

03/09/2025

01/09/2025

Welcome to guest lecture in this week!

The Centre for Biodiversity Conservation (CBC) will host a hybrid guest lecture event under the title "Marine Resources and Ecosystems in Cambodia: Current Status and Way Forward" as in the attached photo. This presentation will be provided by Mr. Chea Phallin, a Marine Resources and Ecosystem Specialist, and Founder of MRPO.

This event will take place at room #418, Building A (main campus), Faculty of Sciences, Royal University of Phnom Penh, Russian Federation Boulevard, Khan Toul Kork, Phnom Penh from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.

You can also join us from distance via Google Meet in the following link:
https://meet.google.com/obh-mpem-pvt

Thanks,

See you there

18/08/2025

On behalf of CBC, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mr. Heng Sokrith for his insightful and engaging guest lecture on the "Biodiversity Conservation and Community Resilience in the Tonle Sap Ecosystem: Program Overview and MSc Research Grant Opportunities". His comprehensive presentation provided an in-depth understanding of ecosystem services provided by Tonle Sap Great Lake impacted on community livelihood and conservation efforts to sustained both biodiversity and community resilience.

Mr. Sokrith's knowledge and practical examples not only elucidated the current challenges and opportunities in this field but also inspired meaningful discussions and future exploration. His contribution to our learning community is highly valued. He also guides us about research opportunities from the project that crucial for anyone who interested, especially undergraduate and bachelor students who willing to be future conservationist.

Thank you once again, Mr. Sokrith, for sharing your knowledge and fostering an environment of growth and innovation. Your contribution to our learning community is truly invaluable.