By Melissa Harding, Phipps Science Education Specialist

Everyone wants to be liked.  There is an inherent human need to feel like an accepted member of a group. That is why many of us join clubs and professional organizations. We all feel our best when we think we...

By Phipps Science Education and Research

We are very pleased to welcome the newest member of the Science Education and Research team, Lorren Kezmoh! Lorren has been a part of Phipps guest services department for two years, and is now working full-time with our department...

By Lorren Kezmoh, Outreach Coordinator, Phipps Science Education and Research

If you frequent the conservatory you may have seen signs from time to time inviting guests to participate in research being conducted by local scientists. Well the scientist behind that research, and often the signs...

By Lorren Kezmoh, Outreach Coordinator, Phipps Science Education and Research

This past Saturday Phipps was very excited to debut its "Ask a Scientist" Public Program where visitors to the conservatory were able to meet local scientists and learn all about the most current research taking place here in...

By Jordyn Melino, Phipps Exhibit Coordinator

We are happy to announce that Tropical Forest Congo has opened! The new exhibit reflects years of research, planning, and hard work. Over two thirds of the plant material in this space has been replaced with new plants native or...

By Melissa Harding, Phipps Science Education Specialist

If there is one segment of society that is often misunderstood, it is people who work in science fields. Public perception of scientists tends to lean towards lab coats, crazy hair and beakers full of chemicals, especially in the...