IPBio- Biodiversity Research Institute
IPBio- Biodiversity Research Institute
Why choose IPBio- Biodiversity Research Institute?
The Biodiversity Research Institute (IPBio) is a place where research meets conservation. IPBio is a non-governmental, non-profit organization that develops scientific research on biodiversity, ecology and ethology of fauna and flora of Brazilian ecosystems. In 2009, the reserve received accreditation as an "Advanced Outpost of The Atlantic Forest Biosphere Reserve" by UNESCO. IPBio’s mission is t...
The Biodiversity Research Institute (IPBio) is a place where research meets conservation. IPBio is a non-governmental, non-profit organization that develops scientific research on biodiversity, ecology and ethology of fauna and flora of Brazilian ecosystems. In 2009, the reserve received accreditation as an "Advanced Outpost of The Atlantic Forest Biosphere Reserve" by UNESCO. IPBio’s mission is to encourage wildlife conservation, sustainable management and use of natural resources; and promote the development of eco-tourism and cultural projects.IPBio always strives to combine research with education. Our infrastructure was designed to conduct research while simultaneously allow visitors on the reserve to visualize and learn about our native species. Furthermore, IPBio developed various e...
IPBio- Biodiversity Research Institute Reviews
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Great time with raising awareness of ecological issues in Amazon
by: Tatiana Kriakvina - RussiaProgram: IPBio Amazon Biodiversity Research AssistantThis wasy first volunteering experience abroad and I truly enjoyed it, especially the highest level of organization and communication, engagement of volunteers to the aspects of IPbio activities and diversity of tasks and program, allowing you to see a lot of species of birds, some mammals, mushrooms, amphibians, fishes
Great time in Amazon forest!
by: Elisa Bertesago - ItalyProgram: IPBio Amazon Biodiversity Research AssistantIt is a great volunteering program for who loves outdoor activities! I would really recommend it if you desire to live an experience of real contact with nature. The Amazon forest deserve to be protected!
Not very often I give 10 out of 10 across the board..... But in this case I had to.
by: Andy Pittway - AustraliaProgram: IPBio Amazon Biodiversity Research AssistantAs a first time overseas volunteer, let alone a wildlife researcher, I found this program an awesome experience on so many levels. The staff very friendly, genuine and supportive, the procedures allowed a novice like me to be able to understand not only how to do things but why we were doing it and had so much fun undertaking the research work. The staff were always happy to hear any observations and assistance in how to streamline / improve the procedures. I got to experience so many ...
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Imran Viroomal 2016
Participated in 2016
Imraml was born in Spain, but has lived in the United Kingdom for eight years and in Portugal for nine years. He studied politics and economics at McG...
Imran Viroomal 2016
Participated in 2016
I have volunteered abroad many times in Latin America. This time, I wanted to go to Brazil and stay! I have been looking for a job in conservation/environment NGO's for many years now, and over the last year, I saved up enough money in London to support me during my transition to live in Brazil while I found a job I was passionate about. I decided to volunteer again, as it has always been a great way to make contacts (friends really, but, anyways...) who know about other exciting opportunities. What inspired me was the drive to work surrounded by nature, for an NGO whose mission I truly support in Brazil.
Morgane Holley
Participated in 2017
Morgane Holley is a third culture kid, a nomad to the core, and a tri-national citizen from France, Switzerland, and the United States. Morgane is cur...
Morgane Holley
Participated in 2017
Being the daughter of an American diplomat and a dual French/Swiss citizen I travelled a lot growing up. As cliché as it may sound traveling has proven itself to be more than just a hobby for me but rather a lifestyle. I really do have a hard time staying in one place for too long. Every couple years I feel the tingling desire to embark on a new adventure. I love discovering all the different facets of a country's culture: the food, the art, the traditions, the history, the current geopolitical situation and everything that goes along with it. I truly believe that exploring the world and coming to an understanding and respect of different cultures is one of the greatest forms of education an individual can be lucky enough to experience.
Ana Glaucia
Interviewed in 2017
Biologist and post graduate in Management and Conservation of Wildlife, Ana Glaucia was worked at IPBio since 2007. She works as a researcher and wit...
Ana Glaucia
Interviewed in 2017
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