⏳ Just 50 days to go until the 14th Oppenheimer Research Conference.
From wildlife economies to biodiversity & landscape restoration, ORC continues to spotlight vital conservation research across Africa. 🌍
We can't wait to connect, learn, and drive change together.
#ORC2025 #OGRC #Conservation
TIPPING POINTS - NEXT THURSDAY
We have an incredibly exciting Tipping Points webinar coming up next week as we hear more from the top 3 JWO finalists!
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-the-j...
#JWO2025 #OGRC #Research
JWO TOP 3 FINALISTS
Congratulations to Dr. Beatrice Nganso on reaching the final 3 of the JWO Research Grant 2025. Focused on insect pollinators, Beatrice’s research highlights the importance of these unsung heroes.
jworesearchgrant.org/dr-beatrice-...
#OGRC #JWOResearchGrant #Conservation
JWO TOP 3 FINALISTS
We are delighted to announce that Dr Nompumelelo Baso has made it into the top 3 JWO Research Grant candidates. Her research has a strong focus on the importance of strengthening freshwater food webs.
jworesearchgrant.org/dr-nompumele...
#OGRC #JWOResearchGrant
JWO TOP 3 FINALISTS
Dr. Levy Otwoma is one of our top 3 finalists for the JWO Research Grant 2025. His project focuses on advancing marine and national conservation initiatives to help improve protection, awareness and transparent engagement in Africa.
jworesearchgrant.org/dr-levy-otwo...
ORC Speaker Spotlight Number 2
Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka uncovered a hidden link between sick gorillas and struggling communities in Uganda’s Bwindi forest.
www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025...
#ORC2025 #OGRC
🌍 Oppenheimer Research Conference 2025 Theme Launch
Preserving Our Precious Planet is a call to action to advance science, innovation & collaboration for a sustainable future.
#ORC2025 #OGRC #Conservation #Africa
🌿 JWO TOP 7 ANNOUNCEMENT 🌿
We are delighted to announce the Top 7 Finalists for the JWO Research Grant 2025.
Read more about their project proposals, covering topics across the land and the sea, here: jworesearchgrant.org
#OGRC #JWOResearchGrant #AfricaResearch
Up to 200,000 pangolins are poached each year across Africa.
Research by Benjamin Melamdowitz is so important. By tagging rescued pangolins, his work helps us understand how to better rehabilitate and release them.
🔗: ogresearchconservation.org/rescue-rehab...
🌍 The Oppenheimer Research Conference is an opportunity for Africa’s leading minds in biodiversity, conservation & sustainability to meet and drive real impact.
🔬 Championing African research
🌱 Empowering young change makers
🤝 Building networks for nature
#ORC2025 #OGRC #Conservation #Africa
How can tiny birds play such a big role in the vast Kalahari? 🐦
Research at Tswalu by Lesedi Moagi is studying how sparrow-weaver nests may be vital real estate for other bird species.
🔗 ogresearchconservation.org/fewer-weaver...
#OGRC #YoungVoices #Weavers
We’re celebrating International Day for Biological Diversity🌿
Biodiversity is the heartbeat of our planet, and we’re on a mission to protect it.
This includes our work with the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust in Madagascar, home to more than 200,000 species.
1 month to go until the Oppenheimer Research Conference abstract submission deadline.
Find our abstract submission guidelines here: og.flockplatform.com/ep/?event=14...
Are YOU hoping to attend this year?
#OGRC #ORC2025 #PeoplePlacesPlanet
Applications for the 2025 JWO Research Grant have now closed. 🌴
Keep your eyes peeled for our top shortlisted candidates! 👀
#JWO2025 #JWOResearchGrant #ScienceForImpact #OGRC #PeoplePlacesPlanet
FINAL CALL FOR JWO RESEARCH GRANT APPLICATIONS 🌴
Find out more information and apply here before 2nd May: lnkd.in/deMctrU
#JWOResearchGrant #ResearchForChange
It’s just under 2 weeks until JWO Research Grant applications close. 🌴
To help finalise submissions, we’ve answered a few more of your questions.
#JWO2025 #JWOResearchGrant #ScienceForImpact #OGRC #PeoplePlacesPlanet
Thinking about applying to the JWO Research Grant but have a few queries? 🤔
We’ve answered some of our FAQ’s here.
#JWO2025 #JWOResearchGrant #ScienceForImpact #OGRC #PeoplePlacesPlanet
🗣️ TIPPING POINTS EPISODE 30 🗣️
Tune in next Thursday to our latest tipping points webinar to listen to our panellists unpack conservation funding in a changing world.
Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/beyond-aid...
#OGRC #TippingPoints #Conservation
Next Thursday we are hosting an exclusive JWO webinar for all 2025 applicants 🌴
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/jwo-resear...
#JWO2025 #JWOResearchGrant #ResearchForChange
SECOND CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 🌴
If you think you’ve got what it takes to win the 7th JWO Research Grant, then we would love to hear from you.
Find out more and apply here: jworesearchgrant.org
#JWOResearchGrant #JWO2025 #ResearchForChange
Recently we visited The Langkloof Honeybush Company, continuing our work to support the subsidiary of Grounded which has been ongoing since 2022.
#OGRC #ResearchAndConservation #honeybush
EXCITING NEWS! The JWO Research Grant is officially OPEN for 2025 entries 🌴
Find out more and apply here: jworesearchgrant.org
#JWOResearchGrant #JWO2025 #ResearchForChange
Today we celebrate International Day of Forests.
Doris Mutta highlighted the importance of our forests at the 12th Oppenheimer Research Conference where her plenary focused on the value of Africa’s ecological assets for sustainable development.
#OGRC #IntlForestDay #ORC
Join experts at @oppgenrc.bsky.social webinar exploring how palaeoecological records can inform sustainable conservation of African ecosystems, from fire management & forest expansion to human-ecosystem interactions.
27 March, 11:00 - 12:00 GMT
➡️ Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/lets-get-s...
Have you signed up for our latest Tipping Points webinar yet?!
Join us on 27th March to hear more about how past secrets, hidden in the ground beneath our feet, can help us understand more about future climate change risks.
Sign up here: bit.ly/4iGDGHy
#OGRC #Conservation #Webinar
Applications for the 2025 Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer Research Grant are opening soon.
Scientists with an interest in the natural sciences are encouraged to apply.
Visit jworesearchgrant.org for more information.
#OGRC #JWOResearchGrant #AfricaResearch
Dr Duncan MacFadyen features on the latest episode of 'The Sustainability Journey' podcast.
Tune in through the link below to hear him discuss the relationships between communities, technology, and conservation.
Listen now: sustainabilityjourney.podbean.com/e/unveiling-...
We’re pleased to announce that OGRC have awarded a research Chair to the Sustainable African Rivers Initiative (SARI) lead by Prof. Gordon O’Brien at Charles Sturt University.
The initiative will support the Limpopo River’s ecosystems and human communities.
#OGRC #ConservationResearch
Today we celebrate women and girls in science.
At OGRC, we value the scientific research which women and girls in Africa contribute towards protecting our landscape. Through grants and funded projects we continue to encourage them in pursuing their scientific passions.
#OGRC #WomeninScience
Happy International Zebra Day!
Today we think back to Amy Chen’s fascinating research presentation at the 13th Oppenheimer Research Conference, looking at possible drivers of geographical variation in zebra stripe patterns.
#OGRC #InternationalZebraDay #Zebra #ORC
