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Parasitoids: Nature's Biological Control
DATE: Saturday 8/16/25 TIME: 11:00am - 12:30pm
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This class introduces the fascinating world of insect parasitoids, small organisms that depend on other insects to complete their life cycles. Participants will examine insect specimens under the microscope and learn how these relationships help maintain balance in ecosystems. Along the way, we will cover basic concepts in parasitology and explore several common parasitic interactions found in nature. The class will also touch on how scientists use these relationships in ecological research.
By the end of the session, students will have a solid introduction to parasitology and a better understanding of the important roles parasites play in the environment.
Instructor Bio: Briana is a current graduate student at Nova Southeastern University studying Parasitology. She focuses on parasitic worms in fish and how these infected fish will be affected by high temperatures but is in general a worm enthusiast.
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