IPS Congress 2025: Science, Collaboration & Conservation in Action
The International Primatological Society (IPS) Congress 2025 brought together scientists, conservationists, students, and decision-makers from around the world for a week of knowledge-sharing, networking, and action-oriented discussions. Held in a spirit of collaboration, the congress served as a vibrant platform to show the latest advances in primatology, strengthen international partnerships, and, most importantly, work together to protect endangered primate species.
Our Team at the IPS Congress 2025: Presentations & Posters
We were honored to actively contribute to this event. Our team had the opportunity to present both research poster and oral presentations that reflect our commitment to conservation science.
Sharing a Decade of Impact: Dr. Edward Louis
Our founder, Dr. Edward Louis, took the stage to reflect on MBP’s work over the past decade. He presented the long-standing and impactful conservation work led in partnership with the IUCN Save Our Species Lemur Initiative. From habitat restoration to species monitoring and local empowerment, MBP’s work has consistently involved science and community.
A Closer Look at the Aye-Aye with Dr Nicolas
We also had the privilege of attending an powerful talk by Dr Nicolas, Site Manager at Grewcock Ihofa Vohitsara Bioreserve Field Station (GIVB), representing MBP.
His presentation focused on the Aye-Aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis), found only in Madagascar, titled: Developping a sustanaible long-term conservation program for Aye-Aye. This lemur plays an important role in maintaining ecosystem balance. Dr Nicolas shared how MBP combines research, reforestation, community education, and engagement to protect this incredible species and its habitat.
Studying Greater Bamboo lemur & Cyclones with Sédore
One of the highlights was a research poster presented by Sédore, our dedicated PhD student currently working at Kianjavato Ahmanson Field Station (KAFS). His work focuses on the impact of cyclones on food availability for the critically endangered Greater Bamboo Lemur (Prolemur simus) in the Vatovavy region.
His research is helping us better anticipate ecological challenges in an era of climate uncertainty and better protect one of Madagascar’s rarest lemurs.
We extend our sincere thanks to the organizers of IPS 2025, our collaborators and everyone who continues to believe in the mission of conservation. Events like this remind us of the global community we’re part of and of the incredible things we can achieve when we work together.
