Season 2: Episode 1
Guest: Dr. Silvia Alvarez-Clare, Tree Conservation Ecologist at The Morton Arboretum
In this episode of "Planted," Dr. Silvia Alvarez-Clare, tree conservation ecologist at The Morton Arboretum, discusses how she collaborates with individuals and institutions all over the world to work to save the brandegee oak (Quercus brandegeei) from extinction.
Bonus Content:
- Silvia Alvarez-Clare’s Profile and Favorite Plant Profile: Kapok tree
- Classroom Activity: S2 E1- Lesson Plan.docx
- Explore Dr. Alvarez-Clare's Photo Profile
- Check out these career chronicles that feature jobs similar to Dr. Alvarez-Clare: Conservation Leader and Conservation Advocate
- Check out the group 500 Women Scientists
- Learn more about the importance of biodiversity through this radio segment
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