Toward a pluralistic conservation science

Abstract This editorial reflects on the history of the conservation movement, the strong continuing influence of its colonial past, and the counter?emergence of a more pluralistic and respectful worldview.Conservation Letters seeks to support and foster an ethical and inclusive discipline of conservation that discards elements of its colonial and r

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Problems encountered in the management and disposal of dead bodies after the Bam earthquake: a qualitative study

Payesh2009; 8: 401-406Accepted for publication: 15 March 2009[EPub a head of print-5 October 2009] Objective(s): In the wake of a natural disaster, dealing with dead bodies is one of the most difficult issues in the early response phase, requiring careful planning in advance.It follows that the risk analysis phase for any Tumbler natural disaster s

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