Research themes
The research at the Research Division is centred around four broad themes:
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| The Diversity of LifeThe Swedish Museum of Natural History is deeply involved in research on the world´s biodiversity, relationships between different organisms (phylogeny), and evolution. |
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| Ecosystems and Species HistoryThe study of large-scale changes in species diversity through geologic time is important for understanding of why certain ecosystems are more species-rich than others, and how these ecosystems have evolved. |
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| Man and the EnvironmentThe Swedish Museum of Natural History contributes, through its research and broad expertise, to a better understanding of the environment and its sustainable use. |
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| The Changing EarthKnowledge about the transitional change of the earth´s crust is fundamental for our understanding of geological processes and their influence on long-term changes in the conditions for animals and plants. |
These themes have been created to stimulate collaboration between the traditional research subjects. For example, “The Changing Earth" comprises research on animals, plants, mineral and rocks. We believe that this approach will increase collaboration between different fields of research, as well as make it more accessible to the general public.
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