Celina is an expert on access and benefit sharing (ABS) and provides technical expertise on issues related to innovation and sourcing of biodiversity. For the past 22 years, she worked in the cosmetic industry, both for ingredient suppliers and brands. She specialized in sustainable innovation and has been a consultant for life science based industries since 2010, especially on ABS. She also worked with the GIZ. Since 2007, she has trained companies and students on sustainable development, innovation and geopolitics & SDG. Celina holds a Master in Molecular and Plant Biology, as well as in Marketing.

ABS and research: what to expect?

Over the past decade, the concept of ABS (Access and Benefit-Sharing) has emerged as a crucial regulatory mandate that has commanded the attention and resources of numerous organizations. ABS is a multifaceted domain that engages various departments within these organizations, with a significant emphasis on research. In this presentation, we aim to explore the underlying factors contributing to this extensive involvement and delve into the intricate interconnections between ABS and research, spanning both academic and applied realms.