Research Domains
Research Domains
Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Use of Natural Resources
In the context of biodiversity conservation and sustainable development of socio-economic systems after 1989, the role of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Use of Natural Resources (CBUDRN) has become of strategic importance for INCDDD. Inventory and monitoring of wild species and natural habitats and assessing ecosystem services mostly through sustainable use of natural resources and landscape of the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve are the main activities of the research teams within the department. This department brings together researchers with diverse fields of expertise making it possible to approach complex studies.
Ecological Restoration and Species Recovery
The ecological restoration in the Danube Delta is one way of sustainable development of nature and local communities in the medium and long term. Since 1994, following Romania’s accession to the Ramsar Convention – an international convention dedicated to the protection of wetlands- in the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve there have been implemented the following types of projects: projects of ecological restoration of the wetlands which have been altered anthropogenically (dammed and drained), of restoration of degraded areas, and of improvement of the circulation of water / connectivity. Another category of projects implemented is the recovery and restocking of species.
Informational System and Geomatics
In a world where information is becoming more abundant and diversified, the information system aims to systematize the entire volume (of information) by creating databases for interdisciplinary research, modeling nature’s certain processes and develop tools for grounding quick decisions and efficient management of the environment.
Center for the Study of Transborder and Emergent Diseases and Zoonoses
A number of factors have caused the proliferation of different pathogens vectors: climate change, land use change, changes in farming practices, deforestation, irrigation, hydrological planning and other more. Danube Delta, being the breeding area or just the migration site of millions of migratory birds, is the main gate of entrance of an impressive series of pathogens. The role of the department is improving the knowledge of ecology of disease vectors and reservoir species that produce cross border and, emerging diseases and zoonoses within Danube Delta and surroundings.
Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Use of Natural Resources
In the context of biodiversity conservation and sustainable development of socio-economic systems after 1989, the role of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Use of Natural Resources (CBUDRN) has become of strategic importance for INCDDD. Inventory and monitoring of wild species and natural habitats and assessing ecosystem services mostly through sustainable use of natural resources and landscape of the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve are the main activities of the research teams within the department. This department brings together researchers with diverse fields of expertise making it possible to approach complex studies.
Ecological Restoration and Species Recovery
The ecological restoration in the Danube Delta is one way of sustainable development of nature and local communities in the medium and long term. Since 1994, following Romania’s accession to the Ramsar Convention – an international convention dedicated to the protection of wetlands- in the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve there have been implemented the following types of projects: projects of ecological restoration of the wetlands which have been altered anthropogenically (dammed and drained), of restoration of degraded areas, and of improvement of the circulation of water / connectivity. Another category of projects implemented is the recovery and restocking of species.
Informational System and Geomatics
In a world where information is becoming more abundant and diversified, the information system aims to systematize the entire volume (of information) by creating databases for interdisciplinary research, modeling nature’s certain processes and develop tools for grounding quick decisions and efficient management of the environment.
Center for the Study of Transborder and Emergent Diseases and Zoonoses
A number of factors have caused the proliferation of different pathogens vectors: climate change, land use change, changes in farming practices, deforestation, irrigation, hydrological planning and other more. Danube Delta, being the breeding area or just the migration site of millions of migratory birds, is the main gate of entrance of an impressive series of pathogens. The role of the department is improving the knowledge of ecology of disease vectors and reservoir species that produce cross border and, emerging diseases and zoonoses within Danube Delta and surroundings.
Laboratories and Research Stations
The Department of Laboratories and Research Facilities, thanks to its modular organizational structure, provides an interdisciplinary approach to environmental issues of the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve aquatic ecosystems through three laboratories: the Chemistry Laboratory, Hydrobiology Lababoratory and Genetics and Molecular Ecology Laboratory, as well as a remote facility, the Enisala Research Station. Our research team members have made significant contributions to the improvement of monitoring methods and integrated solutions for medium- and long–term evolution trends.
"Danube Delta" Technological Information Center
Danube Delta Technological Information Centre was built and developed within national programe INFRATECH in 2005. It is an innovation and technological transfer entity, without juridical personality, part of the DDNI, functioning based on its own status. It was started as an initiative of Education and Research Ministry accepted by the DDNI’s board (01.10.2005). It was acreditated in 01.12.2006 by the Decision no. 9459/ 27.11.2006 of the National Authority for Scientific Research’s President. In 2012, DDTIC was reacreditated for 5 years (certificate no. 62/07.05.2012 issued by the Ministry of Education, Research,Youth and Sports- National Authority for Scientific Research).
Technological Development, Transfer and Spatial Planning
Works of cadastre, geodesy, cartography, surveying; Feasibility studies, technical design and execution details; 1D2D hydraulic modeling, hazard maps and flood risk; Environmental studies and impact; Spatial planning; Development of regional, urban and territorial structures and processes built environment in protected natural areas, cultural landscape.

The Danube Delta National Institute for Research and Development (DDNI) was established in 1970 and it has as the main objective the performance of the fundamental and applied research for the scientific support of the management of the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve (DDBR) and other wetlands of national and international interest for the biological diversity conservation and the sustainable use.
Laboratories and Research Stations
The Department of Laboratories and Research Facilities, thanks to its modular organizational structure, provides an interdisciplinary approach to environmental issues of the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve aquatic ecosystems through three laboratories: the Chemistry Laboratory, Hydrobiology Lababoratory and Genetics and Molecular Ecology Laboratory, as well as a remote facility, the Enisala Research Station. Our research team members have made significant contributions to the improvement of monitoring methods and integrated solutions for medium- and long–term evolution trends.
"Danube Delta" Technological Information Center
Danube Delta Technological Information Centre was built and developed within national programe INFRATECH in 2005. It is an innovation and technological transfer entity, without juridical personality, part of the DDNI, functioning based on its own status. It was started as an initiative of Education and Research Ministry accepted by the DDNI’s board (01.10.2005). It was acreditated in 01.12.2006 by the Decision no. 9459/ 27.11.2006 of the National Authority for Scientific Research’s President. In 2012, DDTIC was reacreditated for 5 years (certificate no. 62/07.05.2012 issued by the Ministry of Education, Research,Youth and Sports- National Authority for Scientific Research).
Technological Development, Transfer and Spatial Planning
Works of cadastre, geodesy, cartography, surveying; Feasibility studies, technical design and execution details; 1D2D hydraulic modeling, hazard maps and flood risk; Environmental studies and impact; Spatial planning; Development of regional, urban and territorial structures and processes built environment in protected natural areas, cultural landscape.

The Danube Delta National Institute for Research and Development (DDNI) was established in 1970 and it has as the main objective the performance of the fundamental and applied research for the scientific support of the management of the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve (DDBR) and other wetlands of national and international interest for the biological diversity conservation and the sustainable use.
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Representative Projects
Representative Projects
Danube FloodRisk
The overall objective of the FLOODRISK project was to develop and produce high quality, stakeholder oriented flood risk maps for the transnational Danube river floodplains to provide adequate risk information for spatial planning and economic requests.
CARTO DD
CARTODD project involves the development of a high resolution cartographic support through remote sensing technology: LIDAR – Light detection and Ranging.
Natura 2000
Îndeplinirea obligațiilor României referitoare la înfiinţarea şi revizuirea reţelei Natura2000 în conformitate cu seminariile biogeografice, au fost făcute printr-un set de proiecte finanţate de Ministerul Mediului.
Corine Land Cover
The European Environment Agency has launched Copernicus Program to implement land monitoring services for the period 2017-2021. At the country level the activities are carried out within Framework Service Contract EEA/IDM/R0/16/009/Romania
WEB aplications for spatial data
Harmonizing all the spatial data acquired throughout decades of experience, we are now starting to diseminate some of the most important datasets that offers information for decision support in Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve management.
WEB aplications for spatial data
Harmonizing all the spatial data acquired throughout decades of experience, we are now starting to diseminate some of the most important datasets that offers information for decision support in Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve management.
EVENTS
EVENTS
THE 28TH SCIENTIFIC SYMPOSIUM “DELTAS AND WETLANDS” 2020
POSTPONED
Due to current situation concerning the pandemic COVID 19 virus, we are postponing this jubilee event. During this troubling times we are protecting ourselfes, the loved ones and the citizens by limiting close contact but nevertheless continue our efforts to keep the engines running by working behind closed doors. Our event team will keep you updated regarding the rescheduling and all event related informations. Feel free to access the event’s webpage by accessing the button bellow. Thank you and stay safe!

Stakeholder dialogues on sustainable development strategies: lessons, opportunities, case studies
The purpose of the event is to promote initiatives and examples of good practice in the Danube Delta area in the context of Objective 4 of Sustainable Development 2030: Ensuring a quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all. November 21, 2019, sala Kogălniceanu, CJ Tulcea, str. Păcii 20.

TICK-BORNE Pathogen Conference
DUE TO THE COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS WE HAVE DECIDED TO POSTPONE TTP.10 TO 23-27 AUGUST 2021. PLEASE CHECK THE NEW DATES FOR REGISTRATIONS, ABSTRACT SUBMISSION AND HOTEL RESERVATIONS.
Danube Delta National Institute for Research and Development (DDNI) invites you at Murighiol, Danube Delta, in August 23 – 27, 2021, to the international scientific event: “TICK-BORNE Pathogen Conferencece”

Monitox International Symposium "Deltas and Wetlands" 15 - 17 September 2019
„Black Sea Basin interdisciplinary cooperation network for sustainable joint monitoring of environmental toxicants migration, improved evaluation of ecological state and human health impact of harmful substances, and public exposure prevention”
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OUR DEPARTMENTS
Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Use of Natural Resources
Ecological Restoration and Species Recovery
Informational System and Geomatics
Center for the Study of Zoonoses and Emerging Diseases
Center for the Study of Transborder and Emergent Diseases and Zoonoses
Laboratories and Research Stations