Yale Institute for Biospheric Studies

The Yale Institute for Biospheric Studies (YIBS) is a research organization at Yale University dedicated to understanding the Earth’s biosphere—the interconnected systems involving all living organisms and their environment. It supports scientific studies that explore how natural ecosystems function and how they are affected by human activities and climate change. YIBS promotes interdisciplinary research, combining biology, ecology, geology, and other fields, to develop knowledge that can inform conservation efforts and sustainable management of natural resources. Its goal is to enhance our understanding of the planet’s life-support systems and help address global environmental challenges.