National Geographic Live: Roots to Canopy @ Benaroya Hall

Nalini Nadkarni, a tree canopy ecologist, has spent four decades dangling among the branches to study the ways that forests inform our daily lives. Climb into the clouds to experience the magnificent wildlife and incredible science happening in the vast, hidden worlds suspended above our heads. ABOUT NALINI NADKARNI Nalini Nadkarni is a National Geographic Explorer At Large, the highest distinction within the organization. She pioneered canopy access techniques to study the plants, animals and microbes that live in the treetops. She interweaves her research on rainforest canopies with innovative public engagement. A contributor to 150 scientific papers and books, she has cast new insights on the importance of canopy plants in ecosystem processes and the effects of human activities on forest diversity and function. Her work is featured in academic journals and in public media such as NPR's Science Friday and Radiolab. ABOUT NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE Hear behind-the-scenes stories straight from National Geographic's photographers, scientists, filmmakers and adventurers live on stage, accompanied by iconic National Geographic footage and unforgettable imagery. The 2024/2025 Seattle Speaker Series begins in October 2024 with 6-show subscriptions on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays. The National Geographic Live Seattle Speaker Series is presented by the Seattle Symphony. The orchestra will not perform on these programs.

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