CRVA a tool to spatially assess vulnerability to support communities at high risk to climate variability and change thru the provision of climate resilient agriculture (CRA). The project in the Philippines is funded by the Department of Agriculture - System Wide Climate Change Office (DA-SWCCO) to enhance farmer resilience in vulnerable areas. Watch out for the Landscape-CRVA that we are currently piloting in Isabela. This is also funded by DA-SWCCO.
Overview of Drought Indicators and their application in the context of a Drou...NENAwaterscarcity
Workshop on Operationalizing the Regional Collaborative Platform to Address ‘Water Consumption, Water Productivity and Drought Management’ in Agriculture, 27 - 29 October 2015, Cairo, Egypt
Climate change adaptation in northern EthiopiaILRI
Presented by Polly Ericksen at the Stakeholders’ Workshop on Enhancing Communities’ Adaptive Capacity to Climate Change Induced Water Scarcity in Kabe Watershed, South Wollo Zone, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia, 24-25 November 2011.
This presentation was given at a COP20 side event workshop titled "Tools and methods for planning and decision-making for agriculture and climate change," organized by CCAFS and ONF Andina.
Presentation given by Caitlin Corner-Dolloff.
Drought monitoring and early warning in the MENA region: The ICBA contributio...NENAwaterscarcity
Workshop on Operationalizing the Regional Collaborative Platform to Address ‘Water Consumption, Water Productivity and Drought Management’ in Agriculture, 27 - 29 October 2015, Cairo, Egyp
Overview of Drought Indicators and their application in the context of a Drou...NENAwaterscarcity
Workshop on Operationalizing the Regional Collaborative Platform to Address ‘Water Consumption, Water Productivity and Drought Management’ in Agriculture, 27 - 29 October 2015, Cairo, Egypt
Climate change adaptation in northern EthiopiaILRI
Presented by Polly Ericksen at the Stakeholders’ Workshop on Enhancing Communities’ Adaptive Capacity to Climate Change Induced Water Scarcity in Kabe Watershed, South Wollo Zone, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia, 24-25 November 2011.
This presentation was given at a COP20 side event workshop titled "Tools and methods for planning and decision-making for agriculture and climate change," organized by CCAFS and ONF Andina.
Presentation given by Caitlin Corner-Dolloff.
Drought monitoring and early warning in the MENA region: The ICBA contributio...NENAwaterscarcity
Workshop on Operationalizing the Regional Collaborative Platform to Address ‘Water Consumption, Water Productivity and Drought Management’ in Agriculture, 27 - 29 October 2015, Cairo, Egyp
Presented by Andy Jarvis (CCAFS-CIAT, Theme Leader Adaptation to Progressive Climate Change) at the Seminar on CRP7: Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS), ILRI, Nairobi, 12 May 2011.
Provides an overview of the CCAFS-CGIAR Research Program with introductions to the themes and horizon for exciting multi-centre science.
Presentation introduces the concept of Climate Scenarios and Analogues. This was during a training held in Nairobi in late 2013. Presenters were David Arango and Edward Jones who work for CCAFS - CIAT. Find out more about the work of CCAFS in East Africa: http://ccafs.cgiar.org/regions/east-africa
Presentation at the Global Alliance for Climate-Smart Agriculture (GACSA) Annual Forum June 15, 2016 in Rome, Italy.
by Meryl Richards, CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS), Todd Rosenstock (ICRAF), Lini Wollenberg (CCAFS), Klaus Butterbach-Bahl (ILRI, KIT), Mariana Rufino (CIFOR, Leeds) and many others
Presented by Andy Jarvis (CCAFS-CIAT, Theme Leader Adaptation to Progressive Climate Change) at the Seminar on CRP7: Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS), ILRI, Nairobi, 12 May 2011.
Provides an overview of the CCAFS-CGIAR Research Program with introductions to the themes and horizon for exciting multi-centre science.
Presentation introduces the concept of Climate Scenarios and Analogues. This was during a training held in Nairobi in late 2013. Presenters were David Arango and Edward Jones who work for CCAFS - CIAT. Find out more about the work of CCAFS in East Africa: http://ccafs.cgiar.org/regions/east-africa
Presentation at the Global Alliance for Climate-Smart Agriculture (GACSA) Annual Forum June 15, 2016 in Rome, Italy.
by Meryl Richards, CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS), Todd Rosenstock (ICRAF), Lini Wollenberg (CCAFS), Klaus Butterbach-Bahl (ILRI, KIT), Mariana Rufino (CIFOR, Leeds) and many others
National Adaptation INdocator System - SNIACCNAP Events
Presented by: Maritza Florian
8.3 Monitoring and evaluation
The session will provide details on: the tool developed by the LEG for monitoring and evaluating progress, effectiveness and gaps (PEG M&E tool) and its application in the process to formulate and implement NAPs; and the best practices for developing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems for adaptation at the national level. It will also look at the experiences of countries in developing and applying M&E systems at their national levels.
NATIONAL ADAPTION INDICATOR SYSTEM - SNIACCTariq A. Deen
The session will provide details on: the tool developed by the LEG for monitoring and evaluating progress, effectiveness and gaps (PEG M&E tool) and its application in the process to formulate and implement NAPs; and the best practices for developing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems for adaptation at the national level. It will also look at the experiences of countries in developing and applying M&E systems at their national levels.
Policies and finance to scale-up Climate-Smart Livestock SystemsILRI
Presented by William Sutton, Pierre Gerber, Leah Germer, Félix Teillard, Clark Halpern, Benjamin Henderson, Michael Mcleod and Lee Cando at the Programme for Climate-Smart Livestock systems Closing Event, 13 September 2022
NAP Training Viet Nam - Vulnerability and Adapting to Climate ChangeUNDP Climate
This two-day workshop supported the Government of Viet Nam in building the necessary capacity to advance its National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process. The workshop closely focused on building National Adaptation Plans in the agricultural sector through multi-stakeholder collaboration, and increased knowledge and capacity on a number of topics including: prioritization of adaptation options, cost-benefit analysis, overview of the broad-based nature of climate change adaption impacts, analysis of challenges, and creation of an open discussion with key stakeholders on defining a road-map for the NAP process. The workshop was delivered using discussions and case studies to enhance interactive learning for participants, with supporting presentations by GiZ and SNV.
This presentation was made for training of Technical Working Groups in Swaziland after Dr.Pullanikkatil attended a training in Copenhagen, Denmark on Intended Natinally Determined Contributions (INDC). The presentation covers the climate change adaptation part and provides examples from INDCs of China, Mexico and Morocco.
Slide 1: Title Slide
Extrachromosomal Inheritance
Slide 2: Introduction to Extrachromosomal Inheritance
Definition: Extrachromosomal inheritance refers to the transmission of genetic material that is not found within the nucleus.
Key Components: Involves genes located in mitochondria, chloroplasts, and plasmids.
Slide 3: Mitochondrial Inheritance
Mitochondria: Organelles responsible for energy production.
Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA): Circular DNA molecule found in mitochondria.
Inheritance Pattern: Maternally inherited, meaning it is passed from mothers to all their offspring.
Diseases: Examples include Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) and mitochondrial myopathy.
Slide 4: Chloroplast Inheritance
Chloroplasts: Organelles responsible for photosynthesis in plants.
Chloroplast DNA (cpDNA): Circular DNA molecule found in chloroplasts.
Inheritance Pattern: Often maternally inherited in most plants, but can vary in some species.
Examples: Variegation in plants, where leaf color patterns are determined by chloroplast DNA.
Slide 5: Plasmid Inheritance
Plasmids: Small, circular DNA molecules found in bacteria and some eukaryotes.
Features: Can carry antibiotic resistance genes and can be transferred between cells through processes like conjugation.
Significance: Important in biotechnology for gene cloning and genetic engineering.
Slide 6: Mechanisms of Extrachromosomal Inheritance
Non-Mendelian Patterns: Do not follow Mendel’s laws of inheritance.
Cytoplasmic Segregation: During cell division, organelles like mitochondria and chloroplasts are randomly distributed to daughter cells.
Heteroplasmy: Presence of more than one type of organellar genome within a cell, leading to variation in expression.
Slide 7: Examples of Extrachromosomal Inheritance
Four O’clock Plant (Mirabilis jalapa): Shows variegated leaves due to different cpDNA in leaf cells.
Petite Mutants in Yeast: Result from mutations in mitochondrial DNA affecting respiration.
Slide 8: Importance of Extrachromosomal Inheritance
Evolution: Provides insight into the evolution of eukaryotic cells.
Medicine: Understanding mitochondrial inheritance helps in diagnosing and treating mitochondrial diseases.
Agriculture: Chloroplast inheritance can be used in plant breeding and genetic modification.
Slide 9: Recent Research and Advances
Gene Editing: Techniques like CRISPR-Cas9 are being used to edit mitochondrial and chloroplast DNA.
Therapies: Development of mitochondrial replacement therapy (MRT) for preventing mitochondrial diseases.
Slide 10: Conclusion
Summary: Extrachromosomal inheritance involves the transmission of genetic material outside the nucleus and plays a crucial role in genetics, medicine, and biotechnology.
Future Directions: Continued research and technological advancements hold promise for new treatments and applications.
Slide 11: Questions and Discussion
Invite Audience: Open the floor for any questions or further discussion on the topic.
(May 29th, 2024) Advancements in Intravital Microscopy- Insights for Preclini...Scintica Instrumentation
Intravital microscopy (IVM) is a powerful tool utilized to study cellular behavior over time and space in vivo. Much of our understanding of cell biology has been accomplished using various in vitro and ex vivo methods; however, these studies do not necessarily reflect the natural dynamics of biological processes. Unlike traditional cell culture or fixed tissue imaging, IVM allows for the ultra-fast high-resolution imaging of cellular processes over time and space and were studied in its natural environment. Real-time visualization of biological processes in the context of an intact organism helps maintain physiological relevance and provide insights into the progression of disease, response to treatments or developmental processes.
In this webinar we give an overview of advanced applications of the IVM system in preclinical research. IVIM technology is a provider of all-in-one intravital microscopy systems and solutions optimized for in vivo imaging of live animal models at sub-micron resolution. The system’s unique features and user-friendly software enables researchers to probe fast dynamic biological processes such as immune cell tracking, cell-cell interaction as well as vascularization and tumor metastasis with exceptional detail. This webinar will also give an overview of IVM being utilized in drug development, offering a view into the intricate interaction between drugs/nanoparticles and tissues in vivo and allows for the evaluation of therapeutic intervention in a variety of tissues and organs. This interdisciplinary collaboration continues to drive the advancements of novel therapeutic strategies.
Richard's aventures in two entangled wonderlandsRichard Gill
Since the loophole-free Bell experiments of 2020 and the Nobel prizes in physics of 2022, critics of Bell's work have retreated to the fortress of super-determinism. Now, super-determinism is a derogatory word - it just means "determinism". Palmer, Hance and Hossenfelder argue that quantum mechanics and determinism are not incompatible, using a sophisticated mathematical construction based on a subtle thinning of allowed states and measurements in quantum mechanics, such that what is left appears to make Bell's argument fail, without altering the empirical predictions of quantum mechanics. I think however that it is a smoke screen, and the slogan "lost in math" comes to my mind. I will discuss some other recent disproofs of Bell's theorem using the language of causality based on causal graphs. Causal thinking is also central to law and justice. I will mention surprising connections to my work on serial killer nurse cases, in particular the Dutch case of Lucia de Berk and the current UK case of Lucy Letby.
THE IMPORTANCE OF MARTIAN ATMOSPHERE SAMPLE RETURN.Sérgio Sacani
The return of a sample of near-surface atmosphere from Mars would facilitate answers to several first-order science questions surrounding the formation and evolution of the planet. One of the important aspects of terrestrial planet formation in general is the role that primary atmospheres played in influencing the chemistry and structure of the planets and their antecedents. Studies of the martian atmosphere can be used to investigate the role of a primary atmosphere in its history. Atmosphere samples would also inform our understanding of the near-surface chemistry of the planet, and ultimately the prospects for life. High-precision isotopic analyses of constituent gases are needed to address these questions, requiring that the analyses are made on returned samples rather than in situ.
Introduction:
RNA interference (RNAi) or Post-Transcriptional Gene Silencing (PTGS) is an important biological process for modulating eukaryotic gene expression.
It is highly conserved process of posttranscriptional gene silencing by which double stranded RNA (dsRNA) causes sequence-specific degradation of mRNA sequences.
dsRNA-induced gene silencing (RNAi) is reported in a wide range of eukaryotes ranging from worms, insects, mammals and plants.
This process mediates resistance to both endogenous parasitic and exogenous pathogenic nucleic acids, and regulates the expression of protein-coding genes.
What are small ncRNAs?
micro RNA (miRNA)
short interfering RNA (siRNA)
Properties of small non-coding RNA:
Involved in silencing mRNA transcripts.
Called “small” because they are usually only about 21-24 nucleotides long.
Synthesized by first cutting up longer precursor sequences (like the 61nt one that Lee discovered).
Silence an mRNA by base pairing with some sequence on the mRNA.
Discovery of siRNA?
The first small RNA:
In 1993 Rosalind Lee (Victor Ambros lab) was studying a non- coding gene in C. elegans, lin-4, that was involved in silencing of another gene, lin-14, at the appropriate time in the
development of the worm C. elegans.
Two small transcripts of lin-4 (22nt and 61nt) were found to be complementary to a sequence in the 3' UTR of lin-14.
Because lin-4 encoded no protein, she deduced that it must be these transcripts that are causing the silencing by RNA-RNA interactions.
Types of RNAi ( non coding RNA)
MiRNA
Length (23-25 nt)
Trans acting
Binds with target MRNA in mismatch
Translation inhibition
Si RNA
Length 21 nt.
Cis acting
Bind with target Mrna in perfect complementary sequence
Piwi-RNA
Length ; 25 to 36 nt.
Expressed in Germ Cells
Regulates trnasposomes activity
MECHANISM OF RNAI:
First the double-stranded RNA teams up with a protein complex named Dicer, which cuts the long RNA into short pieces.
Then another protein complex called RISC (RNA-induced silencing complex) discards one of the two RNA strands.
The RISC-docked, single-stranded RNA then pairs with the homologous mRNA and destroys it.
THE RISC COMPLEX:
RISC is large(>500kD) RNA multi- protein Binding complex which triggers MRNA degradation in response to MRNA
Unwinding of double stranded Si RNA by ATP independent Helicase
Active component of RISC is Ago proteins( ENDONUCLEASE) which cleave target MRNA.
DICER: endonuclease (RNase Family III)
Argonaute: Central Component of the RNA-Induced Silencing Complex (RISC)
One strand of the dsRNA produced by Dicer is retained in the RISC complex in association with Argonaute
ARGONAUTE PROTEIN :
1.PAZ(PIWI/Argonaute/ Zwille)- Recognition of target MRNA
2.PIWI (p-element induced wimpy Testis)- breaks Phosphodiester bond of mRNA.)RNAse H activity.
MiRNA:
The Double-stranded RNAs are naturally produced in eukaryotic cells during development, and they have a key role in regulating gene expression .
Cancer cell metabolism: special Reference to Lactate PathwayAADYARAJPANDEY1
Normal Cell Metabolism:
Cellular respiration describes the series of steps that cells use to break down sugar and other chemicals to get the energy we need to function.
Energy is stored in the bonds of glucose and when glucose is broken down, much of that energy is released.
Cell utilize energy in the form of ATP.
The first step of respiration is called glycolysis. In a series of steps, glycolysis breaks glucose into two smaller molecules - a chemical called pyruvate. A small amount of ATP is formed during this process.
Most healthy cells continue the breakdown in a second process, called the Kreb's cycle. The Kreb's cycle allows cells to “burn” the pyruvates made in glycolysis to get more ATP.
The last step in the breakdown of glucose is called oxidative phosphorylation (Ox-Phos).
It takes place in specialized cell structures called mitochondria. This process produces a large amount of ATP. Importantly, cells need oxygen to complete oxidative phosphorylation.
If a cell completes only glycolysis, only 2 molecules of ATP are made per glucose. However, if the cell completes the entire respiration process (glycolysis - Kreb's - oxidative phosphorylation), about 36 molecules of ATP are created, giving it much more energy to use.
IN CANCER CELL:
Unlike healthy cells that "burn" the entire molecule of sugar to capture a large amount of energy as ATP, cancer cells are wasteful.
Cancer cells only partially break down sugar molecules. They overuse the first step of respiration, glycolysis. They frequently do not complete the second step, oxidative phosphorylation.
This results in only 2 molecules of ATP per each glucose molecule instead of the 36 or so ATPs healthy cells gain. As a result, cancer cells need to use a lot more sugar molecules to get enough energy to survive.
Unlike healthy cells that "burn" the entire molecule of sugar to capture a large amount of energy as ATP, cancer cells are wasteful.
Cancer cells only partially break down sugar molecules. They overuse the first step of respiration, glycolysis. They frequently do not complete the second step, oxidative phosphorylation.
This results in only 2 molecules of ATP per each glucose molecule instead of the 36 or so ATPs healthy cells gain. As a result, cancer cells need to use a lot more sugar molecules to get enough energy to survive.
introduction to WARBERG PHENOMENA:
WARBURG EFFECT Usually, cancer cells are highly glycolytic (glucose addiction) and take up more glucose than do normal cells from outside.
Otto Heinrich Warburg (; 8 October 1883 – 1 August 1970) In 1931 was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology for his "discovery of the nature and mode of action of the respiratory enzyme.
WARNBURG EFFECT : cancer cells under aerobic (well-oxygenated) conditions to metabolize glucose to lactate (aerobic glycolysis) is known as the Warburg effect. Warburg made the observation that tumor slices consume glucose and secrete lactate at a higher rate than normal tissues.
Comparing Evolved Extractive Text Summary Scores of Bidirectional Encoder Rep...University of Maribor
Slides from:
11th International Conference on Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering (IcETRAN), Niš, 3-6 June 2024
Track: Artificial Intelligence
https://www.etran.rs/2024/en/home-english/
insect taxonomy importance systematics and classification
Climate Risk Vulnerability Assessment to Support Agricultural Resilience
1. Climate Risk Vulnerability
Assessment (CRVA) for CRA
Geospatial Targeting and
Prioritisation
Date: 22 February 2018
Venue: DA-BAR Quezon City
LEO KRIS MARIANO PALAO
Senior Research Associate – Geospatial Specialist
CIAT Data Intelligence Hub
l.palao@cgiar.org
2. Vulnerability
Global
Regional – Cross Country
Country
Regional – Sub national
Landscapes
Watershed
Municipality
Barangay
Purok/Sitio
Vulnerability assessment studies
VAs are conducted at different scales – based on target
users and information required
Many methods exist for different sectors
Components may vary (Sens, Haz, AC)
Different stakeholders have different needs
VAs gives the overall picture of risk and adaptive capacity
It gives a sense of where to target and why
3. Exposure: The nature and degree to which a system is exposed to significant climate variations
(IPCC 2014).
Sensitivity: The increase or decrease of climatic suitability of selected crops to changes in
temperature and precipitation.
Adaptive Capacity: The ability of a system to adjust to climate change (including climate
variability and extremes) to moderate potential damages, to take advantage of opportunities, or
to cope with the consequences. (IPCC 2014)
Three (3) Key Dimensions of Vulnerability
4. Changes in
Temperature
Exposure I: changes in temp. and prec.
Changes
Precipitation
Sensitivity Index
“Changes in Climatic Suitability to Grow Crops”
Future Conditions – Baseline Conditions
Exposure II: Biophysical Indicators (climate-related pressures)
Flooding Landslide Drought
Salt Water
Intrusion
Sea Level
Rise
Tropical
Cyclones
Hazard Index
Storm
Surge
Erosion
“Exposure from hazards”
Pot. Impact
“Climate-Risk Vulnerability”External Inputs Spatial AnalysisDerived Data
Legend:
Climate-Risk Vulnerability Assessment (CRVA) Framework
“Capacity to Resist and Adapt
to Pressures”
Economic
Natural
Human
Physical
Institutional
Adaptive
Capacity
Index
Adaptive Capacity
CapitalsofAdaptiveCapacity
Anticipatory
6. IPCC AR5 (2013)
Representative Concentration Pathways (RCPs)
Machine Learning
Crop Distribution Models
Climatic Suitability
EcoCrop
GCMs
BioclimaticVariables
Statistical/
Spatial
Downscaling
Bio1 = Annual mean temperature
Bio2 = Mean diurnal range
Bio3 = Isothermality
Bio4 = Temperature seasonality
Bio5 = Maximum temperature of warmest month
Bio6 = Minimum temperature of coldest month
Bio7 = Temperature annual range
Bio8 = Mean temperature of wettest quarter
Bio9 = Mean temperature of driest quarter
Bio10 = Mean temperature of warmest quarter
Bio11 = Mean temperature of coldest quarter
Bio12 = Annual precipitation
Bio13 = Precipitation of wettest month
Bio14 = Precipitation of driest month
Bio15 = Precipitation seasonality
Bio16 = Precipitation of wettest quarter
Bio17 = Precipitation of driest quarter
Bio18 = Precipitation of warmest quarter
Bio19 = Precipitation of coldest quarter
Bio 20 = No. of consecutive dry days
Impact of Climate Change to
Crop Suitability
Adaptation Options
7. Climate Data Portal www.ccafs-climate.org | www.ccafs-climate.org/data_spatial_downscaling
http://www.ccafs-climate.org/citations/
8. Exposure 1: Sensitivity: Uncertainty analysis for Precipitation (Proportion of GCMs saying the same thing)
January-AprilMay-AugustSeptember-December
9. Exposure 1: Sensitivity: Uncertainty analysis for temperature (Proportion of GCMs saying the same thing)
January-AprilMay-AugustSeptember-December
10. Exposure 1: Sensitivity (EcoCrop)
EcoCrop parameter requirements:
Growing Season Minimum
Growing Season Maximum
Killing Temperature
Temperature Minimum
Temperature Optimum Minimum
Temperature Optimum Maximum
Temperature Maximum
Rainfall Minimum
Rainfall Optimum Minimum
Rainfall Optimum Maximum
Rainfall Maximum
11. Exposure 1: Sensitivity
Model Training
GLM
GBM
CTA
ANN
FDA
MARS
RF
SVM
MaxEnt
Model Prediction
EnvironmentalVariables/SpatialLayersSamples/Observations
Green color = high
probability (suitability)
Blue color = low probability
(suitability)
12. Exposure 2: Hazards: The nature and degree to which a system is exposed to significant climate variations
(IPCC, 2014)
Frequency analysis
Noisy Data Organized Data
13. Exposure 2: Hazards: Spatially weighted hazard index map (shows municipality with have high hazard risk)
Flooding Landslide Drought
Salt Water
Intrusion
Sea Level
Rise
Tropical
Cyclones
Storm
Surge
Erosion
“Exposure from hazards”
14. Adaptive Capacity: the ability of the system to adjust to climate change (including climate variability and extremes)
to moderate potential damages, to take advantage of opportunities, or to cope with the consequences (IPCC, 2014)
Measured by Capitals (Assets)
• Economic Capital
• Natural Capital
• Human Capital
• Physical Capital
• Institutional Capital
• Anticipatory Capital
15. Adaptive Capacity
• Comprehensive data/information of AC indicators developed
• Statistical processes and stakeholder consultation were used to select and process
relevant indicators
• Adaptive capacity was given highest weights and was set to 70%
19. Camarines Sur Bukidnon Negros Occidental
Climate Risk Vulnerability Assessment: What’s the story behind the maps
Very high vulnerability
High vulnerability
20. Climate Risk Vulnerability Assessment: What’s the story behind the maps (Negros Occidental)
Adaptive Capacity: Assessment of Adaptive Capacity per Capital
Hazard Risks in Pontevedra
• Flooding
• Storm surges
• Drought
• Erosion
Pontevedra, Negros Occidental:
Classification: High Vulnerability
Target for AMIA Village
Some historical accounts:
• Decreasing yields in Rice and
Maize
• Lack of water and irrigation
system/infrastructure
• Drought prone area
Exposure 1: Sensitivity (Change in climatic suitability to grow crops – Maize, Rice)
Exposure 2: Exposure from climate related
natural hazards
Flood Susceptibility
22. Conclusion
• CRVA was done using modeling and a series of consultative workshops with experts
• CRVA can be used to inform and guide decision makers (DA), extension staff, and private sectors on: where? are
geographical areas that are in most need of interventions; and what? Package of interventions are needed for each
geographical areas
• It opens the door for cross sectoral collaboration from government agencies and private sectors.
• Combine wealth of previous expertise from various CRVAs conducted globally.
• Quantify the current and future suitability (climate domains) of key agri-systems – Result of sensitivity analysis can be
used to target areas to do more detailed crop modeling work
• Results at the municipality level (fine resolution) – and option to scale up to landscape level vulnerability
23. The International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT), a CGIAR center
and leader of the CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change,
Agriculture and Food Security, performs scientific research enabling
smallholder farmers to make agriculture eco-efficient, meaning,
competitive and profitable as well as sustainable and resilient.
Headquartered in Colombia and working across Latin America, Africa and
Asia, CIAT has a mission to reduce hunger and poverty, and improve
human nutrition, through eco-efficient agriculture and towards a
sustainable food future. ciat.cgiar.org/