Category: Research

XX International Botanical Congress

The XX International Botanical Congress was held Madrid, Spain from July 21 – 27, 2024. BRIT staff presented the following posters either physically or virtually:

Ashley Bales August 15, 2024

TCU students stand on fallen log in South Woods

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TCU/FWBG research reveals crucial benefits of urban forests

Exciting new research conducted in collaboration with the Texas Christian University (TCU) Environmental & Sustainability Sciences Department highlights the vital ecosystem services provided by urban forests with a specific focus on the Garden’s South Woods.

BRIT Staff July 25, 2024

Botany Stories

Get to know the Garden’s new flagship Texas plants and the interns researching them

Every year, the research team adopts a few special plants as a focus for study and conservation, especially for the student interns who join the Garden every summer. This year, interns and their mentors are paying special attention to two plants, a wildflower native to Texas and a rare and remarkable native orchid, Meanwhile a third intern is investigating fungi growing in the Garden itself.

BRIT Staff July 12, 2024

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New Release Raises International Profile of BRIT Press with Exploration of Plants of Somaliland

The publishing arm of the Garden’s research organization, BRIT Press, recently introduced a new guide to the plants of Somaliland. The 148-page text is the first of its kind for this region of east Africa and an opportunity for the Press to share its commitment to the highest quality scientific publishing with an international audience.

BRIT Staff June 6, 2024

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Falling Temperatures, Singing Frogs and Sleepy Goats: Recapping Research Observations at Eclipse in the Garden

The April 8 total solar eclipse wasn’t only a once-in-a-lifetime experience–it was also a unique opportunity for Garden researchers and members of the community to get involved in community science initiatives. So, what did our teams observe that memorable day?

BRIT Staff May 10, 2024

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Invasive Plants Don’t Stand a Chance Against their Floppy-Eared Nemeses: Goats in the Garden

Guests arriving at the Native Texas Boardwalk in early April will find the Garden has employed some unusual temporary staff of the four-legged variety. Goats are coming to the Garden.

BRIT Staff March 28, 2024

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Enjoy Strawberry Shortcake, Guacamole, Wine, Chocolate and Coffee? Thank a Pollinator!

Pollinator populations are on the decline around the world. What would life be like without butterflies, bees and hummingbirds?

BRIT Staff March 6, 2024

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Journey to the Jurassic When You Explore the World of Ferns

When dinosaurs first walked the earth, non-flowering plants dominated the planet. That means if you want to picture dinosaurs in their natural habitat, you need to imagine lots and lots of ferns.

BRIT Staff February 10, 2024

Alejandra Vasco studying the ferns of Colombia

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Where in the World Is the Research Team in 2024? Look for Our Botanists in Madagascar, Madrid, Manila and Beyond

The Research program has a busy year planned involving international travel, conference presentations and new projects starting as ongoing projects wrap up. Here’s a look what 2024 holds for our botanists.

BRIT Staff January 12, 2024

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Photoperiodism, Promotion, and Poinsettias: The Botanical History of a Holiday Favorite

The poinsettia is a quintessential part of typical holiday decor. It’s a plant with a curious history that stretches from the Aztecs to a pioneering American diplomat and a family of plant-savvy Californians. Learn all about the holiday favorite, poinsettia.

BRIT Staff November 29, 2023

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