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22/09/2021Jo Durrant's Beautiful Universe

Ep 51 Professor Adam Hart Myth Busting Biodiversity

Jo is joined in episode 51 of the podcast by Professor Adam Hart from the University of Gloucestershire, who is myth busting biodiversity and why it's so important. Jo also visits Dr Jenner's House in Berkeley to tell the story of a letter relating to the first person to receive a smallpox vaccine - James Phipps. Presented, produced & edited by Jo Durrant. Music licensed from Purple Planet.

# BiodiversityThe variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem, which is a key focus of Professor Adam Hart's discussion.

# Professor Adam Hart # Science and Culture # Smallpox Vaccine # Dr. Jenner's House

18/12/2020KQED Science News

Only 2,000 Monarch Butterflies Remain in California. But They Still Don’t Have Protection

Federal wildlife officials say that monarch butterflies qualify to be protected as an endangered species but won't be receiving that protection for now.

# BiodiversityThe variety of life in the world or a particular habitat or ecosystem, essential for maintaining ecological balance and resilience.

# California # Monarch Butterflies # KQED Science # Endangered Species

20/07/2020KQED Science News

Meet the Plants! SF Botanical Garden Looks Like Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory for Flora

From rare magnolias to towering palm trees, the San Francisco Botanical Garden is a haven for plants threatened by climate change and deforestation around the globe.

# BiodiversityThe variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat, essential for ecosystem health and stability, and a focus for conservation efforts in urban gardens.

# Climate Change # KQED Science # San Francisco Botanical Garden # Flora Preservation

02/07/2018KQED Science News

Oakland Zoo Makes Room for Big Predators. But Is it Enough?

The zoo says its new California Trail is designed to re-acquaint visitors with native species, including some long gone.

# BiodiversityThe variety of life in the world or a particular habitat or ecosystem, discussed in the context of the zoo's rehabilitation efforts for local wildlife.

# Conservation # Oakland Zoo # California Trail # Native Species # Predator Accommodation

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# BiodiversityThe variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem, which is a key focus of Professor Adam Hart's discussion.

# BiodiversityThe variety of life in the world or a particular habitat or ecosystem, essential for maintaining ecological balance and resilience.

# BiodiversityThe variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat, essential for ecosystem health and stability, and a focus for conservation efforts in urban gardens.

# BiodiversityThe variety of life in the world or a particular habitat or ecosystem, discussed in the context of the zoo's rehabilitation efforts for local wildlife.