Joining us today in this episode is a trailblazer at the forefront of environmental conservation and biodiversity research: Prof. Ingolf Steffan-Dewenter, Member of the VinFuture Pre-Screening Committee. He is the illustrious Chair of the Department of Animal Ecology and Tropical Biology at the University of Würzburg in Germany. He leads pioneering studies on how global environmental changes are impacting biodiversity and the vital services ecosystems provide.

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Through this episode we hope to bring you a sliver into the brilliant mind and meaningful work of Prof. Ingolf Steffan-Dewenter, as his expertise is incredibly diverse. He dives deep into the relationships between biodiversity and ecosystem function, the ecology of pollinators, the services they provide for crop pollination, biological pest control, and the intricate workings of tropical agroforestry systems.

With an unwavering commitment to shaping a sustainable future, Prof. Steffan-Dewenter is dedicated to creating climate-resilient, adaptable, and biodiverse ecosystems. Brew your tea and prepare your coffee, and tune in to this episode as Prof. Ingolf Steffan-Dewenter shares his mission to usher in a new era for our planet.