ESTABLISHMENT
The
Institute of
Ecology and
Biological
Resources (IEBR) was founded by the decision of
the Council of Ministers (HĐBT 65/CT) on 5th March 1990. Its
function consists of studying biological resources and typical
ecosystems in order to supply the needs of the population in foodstuffs,
food_grains, consumer goods, to recommend planning activities for
socio-economic development and environmental protection and to carry out
the education and training of scientists on ecology and biological
resources.
Major Scientific Objectives:
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To study the flora and fauna of
Vietnam.
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To inventory and evaluate biological
resources in order to provide a basis for rational
utilization of the species having scientific, economic,
and conservation values.
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To undertake research on the structure
and function of typical ecosystems in Vietnam for the
monitoring and management of natural resources and their
environment.
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To work on environmental restoration,
and the designing and planning of sustainable development
from an environmental perspective.
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To
train scientists in the field of ecology and biological
resources.
The Institute has 115 research staffs.
The Institute
is divided into 16 Departments and 01 Biodiversity Field Station.
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