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A woman poses in front of a large sign in an outdoor plaza in front of a building. The sign is five letters, about eight feet tall, reading "COP15". The C is green, the O is red, the P is blue, and the 15 are cream colored. On the bottom of the sign is a smaller label that says "Montreal."

An Entomologist’s Guide to the Convention on Biological Diversity

Entomologist Emily Sandall, Ph.D., reports her perspectives from attending the most recent meeting of the parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity. It's a critical international effort to preserve Earth's biodiversity, but insects at times take a backseat to other fauna in the negotiations.

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Biodiversity of a Lab: A Community Ecology Perspective on Contributing to a Healthy Ecosystem

A successful science lab is a dynamic, carefully balanced environment not unlike the natural ecosystems that many of us study. Attention to the relationships, individual personalities, and unique stresses of scientific work are all critical to fostering a healthy, balanced lab environment. One entomologist who's worked in roles from undergraduate research assistant to lab leader shares her advice.