Expert Is In: Bogs and Carnivorous Plants (On-site Drop-in Program)

Dr. Melissa Mai, Biophysicist and Plant Physiologist 
Want to know more about bogs and carnivorous plants? Drop by the Garden Court in the Conservatory to talk with Melissa, learn why some bog plants have adapted to trap and digest insects, and dive into these fascinating wetland ecosystems. Bring your questions and connect with plant science professionals in this Expert Is In program. 

This program is offered as part of a partnership with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Alumni Program.

Intended Audience: All Levels

Saturday, June 13, 2026
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM  Eastern
Location: Conservatory Garden Court
FREE: This is a drop-in program. No registration needed.

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About the presenter

Dr. Melissa Mai

Biophysicist and Plant Physiologist
Dr. Melissa Mai is a biophysicist and plant physiologist whose mission has been to understand and celebrate the fundamental, physical principles of biological phenomena through interdisciplinary research. Her research explores how plants leverage their physica...(read more)