Peek Behind the Petals
Join us for a member-exclusive, in-person presentation of Peek Behind the Petals!
This special members-only event features Phipps’ 2025 Botany in Action Fellows, each of whom will give a 5-minute lightning talk on their research. Explore developments in a wide array of topics from seed germination in the tropical dry forests of Colombia to ant-mediated seed dispersal in upstate New York to microclimates in Panama and more with this cohort of outstanding plant scientists devoted to making science more accessible to the public!
Phipps’ Botany in Action Fellowship supports emerging plant-focused scientists through research grants and science communication training. Since its inception in 1995, it has supported 85 doctoral-level students representing 42 universities and working in 29 countries around the world. Learn more about the 2025 BIA Fellows here.
Peek Behind the Petals runs from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. in Phipps Special Events Hall. This event is free for members to attend but R.S.V.P. is required by Fri., September 5.
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