Pepper grows in a field surrounded by and filled with bamboo poles to act as a trelis

Pepper plantation in Myanmar

Photo: Dominique Guenat
BFH-HAFL Hugo P. Cecchini Institute
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This event will explore the Africa-Europe Clusters of Research Excellence (CoRE) initiative and its impact on equitable partnerships. Leading scientists will also share key achievements and challenges in international cooperation.

Centre for Development and Environment (CDE)

In East Africa, millions of hectares face threats from the invasive tree species Prosopis juliflora. A seven-year international research project, including CDE scientists, focused on halting its spread. Interview with Albrecht Ehrensperger.

Centre for Development and Environment (CDE)

Urban imaginaries illustrate how city residents engage with the past, present and future urban environment. Chana Lim explores five forms of urban agriculture in Bangkok to understand how these imageries influence ideas about creating a more livable city. 

Centre for Development and Environment (CDE)

Our changing online gallery presents photos from research in the field, illustrations about little-known aspects of science, as well as videos – always linked to short stories about sustainability or sustainable development.

Centre for Development and Environment (CDE)

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