SCIENCE FOR THE COMMUNITY: Biodiversity in the human era, with Chris Rowe

April 23, 2024 7:00pm to 8:00pm iCal Google Calendar
Chesapeake Biological Laboratory

On the first four Tuesdays in April, join us to hear from an UMCES scientist about their research at Chesapeake Biological Laboratory in Solomons, in-person and online. 7:00 - 8:00 PM, free.

April 23 - Biodiversity in the human era, with Chris Rowe
An exploration of the historical and recent trends in the decline in the number and diversity of plants and animals over the past 50 years.

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