We are so happy to share our research findings in the media! Of course we know that not everyone wants to read the published literature, so we make sure to share our work in other ways. Below, find video interviews, popular media articles, and other ways that you can find out more about bees! Videos […]
Sure, we love research! But we also just really love bees. Use the bee resources on this page and you will fall in love too! The goal of the Centre for Bee Ecology, Evolutional and Conservation is to bring together researchers from across the globe, to understand more about bees, bee communities, their needs, the […]
Faculty, research, student and community associates of the Centre for Bee Ecology, Evolution and Conservation (BEEc) are involved in a diverse array of projects, supported by the work of our project and funding partners. These projects utilize fundamental research to inform evidence-based decision making for measurable benefits to society and bees. The on-the-ground projects listed […]
Interested in knowing more about bee identification? With over 20,507 (or so) species identified and loads still awaiting description, how do you identify one bee from the next? The best way is to use a dichotomous key. This is a method of identification in which a series of questions narrow down the potential species, often […]
We were thrilled with the continued expansion of BeeCon in 2021. In fact, so many researchers submitted abstracts for the conference that we decided to turn it into a day and a half event to fit in even more bee science! Dr. Shalene Jha, Associate Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at the University […]
BEEc is a network of interdisciplinary researchers with the purpose of pushing the limits in bee research, education, public outreach, and policy. Our work is guided by the Executive Committee, with expertise in bee genetics, ecology, systematics, biodiversity, conservation, evolution, behaviour and statistics. Dr. Sandra Rehan is an expert on social insect genomics and pollinator […]
Grad student openings at YorkU MSc - Packer Lab Dr. Packer is looking for grad students interested in conducting research in taxonomy, systematics, phylogeny and biogeography of the Apoidea. Contact Dr. Packer MSc / PhD - Mathematics & Statistics Dr. Heffernan is looking for grad students who have research questions about mathematical modelling for bees. […]
Membership is by invitation only and subsequent approval by the Executive Committee, for a duration of either two years or continued enrollment, employment or project term. Please read the categories below, prior to filling out this application. If you feel that you do not fit within any of these categories, please contact us to find […]
Centre for Bee Ecology, Evolution and Conservation (BEEc) Associates are a network of interdisciplinary researchers and community members with the purpose of pushing the limits in bee research, education, public outreach, and policy. Ultimately, our goal is to apply our collaborative efforts to the development of policies and environmental management for the long-term sustainability of […]
Affectionately known as BeeCon, this FREE, annual event has been organized and hosted by York University researchers since 2010 (except for 2011 and 2013, when none were held). The Centre for Bee Ecology, Evolution and Conservation is now the host. BeeCon began as a small, local symposium, aimed at sharing the recent findings of southern […]