Synthesis of meeting and recommendations from the Net-Biome round table discussion on" motivated" science on biodiversity management and use in support of overseas sustainable development

Abstract

This brief report summarizes the deliberations of the Round-Table presentations and discussion held during the Net-Biome Final Meeting (Paris, 15 & 16 February, 2012). The participants identified relevant key issues to support of Biodiversity management and underpinning science in ORs and OCTs. Two major themes emerged: a) Policy context and engagement with stakeholders b) Major scientific opportunities for research in the ORs+OCTs.