The Science of Plants: Inside Their Secret World - Hardcover

The Science of Plants: Inside Their Secret World - Hardcover

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The Science of Plants: Inside Their Secret World - Hardcover
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The Science of Plants: Inside Their Secret World - Hardcover

The Science of Plants: Inside Their Secret World - Hardcover

$50.00
$50.00

by DK (Author)

Author Biography

Published in association with the world famous center for botanical knowledge at the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew, and the Smithsonian Institution--the world's largest museum and research complex.

Foreword writer Katherine J. Willis Professor Katherine Willis of Oxford University was the first Director of Science at Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew (2013-2018), where she was responsible for a science staff of 260 people, management of the extensive plant collections, and the development and implementation of a new science strategy and structure.
In 2014, Kathy presented a 25-part Radio 4 program Plants: From Roots to Riches, which explored our changing relationship with plants over the last 250 years. In August 2015, Kathy was awarded the prestigious Michael Faraday Prize from the Royal Society for her work in science communication. Kathy is also a member of the UK Government's Natural Capital Committee--an independent advisory body that focuses primarily on helping the government develop its 25-year environment plan.

Number of Pages: 440
Dimensions: 1.3 x 12 x 10 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: June 07, 2022

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