Despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, ornithologists from Tel Aviv University and international partners have collaborated on a project using barn owls to decrease reliance on harmful pesticides in agriculture. The project aims to utilize barn owls to control rodent populations, ensuring environmental sustainability. Following a ceasefire, researchers gathered in Greece to advance their efforts and exemplify collaborative research in promoting peace. While optimism exists, concerns linger over the ceasefire's stability and its implications for ongoing collaborations in a tense environment.
Throughout the ongoing conflict, ornithologists from Israel and other nations have maintained a collaborative effort to use barn owls for pest control in agriculture.
Researchers from 13 countries recently met in Greece to discuss the project of barn owls reducing pesticide use, emphasizing collaboration for peaceful coexistence amid the war.
Yossi Leshem stated, 'I'm not naive. The ceasefire is very fragile. I hope it will continue permanently, but the situation is still very sensitive.'
David Lehrer emphasized the importance of his project: 'Our coordinated efforts reflect how scientific research can transcend political boundaries even in times of conflict.'
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