@article{12851, note = {People and Plants is a joint initiative of WWF, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the Royal Botantic Gardens, Kew;.}, author = {Laird, Sarah A.,}, url = {http://tind.wipo.int/record/12851}, title = {Biodiversity and traditional knowledge : equitable partnerships in practice /}, abstract = {Biodiversity research and prospecting are long-standing activities taking place in a new legal and ethical environment. Following entry into force of the Convention on Biological Diversity in 1993, and other recent policy developments, expectations and obligations for research and prospecting partnerships have changed. However, to date there are few guides to integrating these concepts with practice. This book offers practical guidance on how to arrive at equitable biodiversity research and prospecting partnerships. Drawing on experience and lessons learned from around the world, it provides c.}, recid = {12851}, pages = {xxxix, 504 pages ;}, }