Editorial | Volume 14, Supplement 1, May, 2026
From biodiversity to biotechnological applications for sustainable development goals
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to eradicate poverty, protect the environment, and advance equitable prosperity through an inclusive and sustainable way by 2030. This requires the integration of a wide range of strategies to overcome challenges and foster synergies among the various SDG targets, facilitating the achievement of these ambitious goals. The sustainable exploration and utilization of biodiversity through modern biotechnological approaches present significant opportunities to meet these goals while ensuring the conservation and restoration of natural resources. The exploration, preservation, and sustainable use of biodiversity are made possible by contemporary biotechnological techniques such as genomics, synthetic biology, and bioinformatics. Ultimately, the synergy between biodiversity conservation and biotechnology not only promotes ecological balance but also accelerates progress towards achieving multiple SDGs, including zero hunger, good health, clean water and sanitation, clean energy, responsible consumption and production, climate action, life below water and life on land. In order to preserve ecosystem health, assure long-term sustainability, and ensure a prosperous future for coming generations, it is imperative that the great diversity of life on Earth be preserved. This editorial advocates for integrative policies and multidisciplinary research to ensure that biodiversity-driven biotechnology remains a cornerstone of global sustainability efforts.
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