The Biodiversity Informatics and Research Center (BIRC) was founded in 2016 to tackle the alarming biodiversity crisis in the Caraga Region. By integrating informatics with fieldwork, our programs provide the essential data needed to advance Father Saturnino Urios University’s Research Agenda.

A regional hub serving high-quality research data for biodiversity protection and conservation in Caraga

To nurture a community of researchers who can deliver biodiversity information products using up-to-date technology in support of regional and national development