The honeybee is the focus of the next Science Cafe, at 6:30 p.m., Oct. 6, at red9, 9th and M Streets in Lincoln. Attendees will hear Marion Ellis, Ph.D., professor of entomology and apiculture specialist at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, discuss honeybee health and what factors stress bee colonies.
Dr. Ellis’ research interests include bee diseases, bee parasites and how bees are affected by toxins. He is currently a partner in a 16-institution project funded by the United States Department of Agriculture CAP program to investigate factors affecting honeybee health.
Science Cafe is a free educational event sponsored by the University of Nebraska Medical Center and other groups to increase the population’s science literacy. Hosted by UNMC, Bio Nebraska and the Nebraska Coalition for Lifesaving Cures, Science Cafes are held the first Tuesday of each month in Omaha and one Thursday every other month in Lincoln.
A more scientifically literate populace is a goal in UNMC’s strategic plan. The goal of the committee has been to introduce and get young adults interested in science by presenting it in a casual setting.
For more information on coming and past Science Cafes in Omaha and Lincoln, visit www.unmc.edu/sciencecafe.
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