Expert Is In: Chemical Ecology (On-site Drop-in Program)

Dr. Melissa Whitaker, Chemical Ecologist 
Want to know more about plant chemicals? Drop by the East Gallery in the Conservatory to talk with Melissa and learn about plants that produce chemical compounds -- from delightful to dangerous! 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

Friday, May 31, 2024
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM  Eastern
Location: Conservatory Medicinal Plants house
This is a drop-in program. No registration needed.

About the presenter

Dr. Melissa Whitaker
Dr. Melissa Whitaker is a chemical ecologist and assistant professor at East Tennessee State University. Her lab investigates the ecology and evolution of plant-insect interactions, especially chemically mediated interactions between plants and their herbivores and pollinators.