Do you know how plants get their scientific names? Discover the fascinating collections of our Herbarium in three newly released videos. Learn how plant specimens can be preserved for centuries, how we use them to name species, to study evolution, and to track changes in plant diversity. You can watch the videos online, and meet Dr Anne Dubéarnès in person to find out more.
Online event:
The three videos will be released on the Cambridge University Herbarium YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@CUHerb during the festival.
In person event:
You can also meet Anne Dubéarnès at the “Rising Stars” event to find out more. Link to the event: https://www.festival.cam.ac.uk/events/rising-stars
Date:
Saturday, 23 March, 2024 - 12:00 to 16:00
Event location:
University of Cambridge New Museums Site, New Museums site Bene't Street, CB2 3PT