Expert Is In: Food Biotech (On-site Drop-in Program)

Dr. John Herlihy, Plant Scientist, AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow Alumni
Want to know more about biotechnology in crops? Drop by the Garden Court in the Conservatory to talk with John, learn about agricultural biotechnology, and dive into how the U.S. regulates these types of fascinating foods. 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, August 29, 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. John Herlihy

Plant Scientist
AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow Alumni
Dr. John Herlihy has spent over ten years researching the science and regulation of agricultural biotechnology. As he studied about the potential of these technologies at Virginia Tech he became curious about public resistance to genetic engineering and how bu...(read more)