UOS, Reneco host pioneering wildlife protection symposium

Sharjah 24: In a bold step toward advancing sustainable development and environmental stewardship, the University of Sharjah (UOS) has joined forces with Reneco International Wildlife Consultants to host a landmark research symposium on wildlife protection.

Bridging Academic Knowledge and Practical Application in Wildlife Conservation

Held under the title "Bridging Academic Knowledge and Practical Application in Wildlife Conservation," the event brought together leading academics, researchers, and conservation professionals to explore the intersection of science and fieldwork in safeguarding endangered species.

Underscored the symposium’s mission to introduce an interactive scientific platform

Dr. Noura Al-Karbi, Head of Community Relations for Scientific Research at the University of Sharjah, underscored the symposium’s mission to introduce an interactive scientific platform that empowers students and researchers to engage with the latest international practices in protecting threatened species. She highlighted the event’s role in fostering research collaborations with global institutions and in emphasising the critical contribution of academia to environmental sustainability, particularly by connecting theoretical knowledge with real-world expertise and field experience.

Described the symposium as a vital opportunity to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration

Dr. Mahmoud Al-Buraim, Academic Coordinator for Graduate Studies at the University, described the symposium as a vital opportunity to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration across genetics, physiology, environmental science, veterinary medicine, and data science. He noted that integrating these disciplines is essential for developing effective wildlife protection strategies. The symposium showcased examples of research in action, such as the use of satellite tracking to monitor the movements of the Houbara bustard and the application of reproductive research to enhance captive breeding programs. These initiatives, Dr. Al-Buraim explained, demonstrate the positive impact of scientific cooperation on the conservation of endangered species.

Delivered a comprehensive overview of the company’s history and its pioneering contributions to wildlife conservation

Representatives from Reneco, including Dr. Yves Hengra, Head of Research, and Dr. Hiba Abi Hussein, Head of Biostatistics, delivered a comprehensive overview of the company’s history and its pioneering contributions to wildlife conservation. Their presentation focused on Reneco’s flagship programs for the protection of the Houbara bustard, a species central to conservation efforts across the Middle East and North Africa. Reneco’s interdisciplinary approach combines rigorous field research, data collection and analysis, experimental design, and evidence-based decision-making to deliver measurable results in species preservation.