“Hot Science—Cool Talks,” a free lecture series bringing the science from the University of Texas at Austin to a public audience, has been going strong for 25 years. Take this opportunity to dive into the rich archives of this series!

The Genius of Dogs with Dr. Brian Hare

Dogs have an astounding ability to read our gestures and understand our words, often seeming to know exactly what we're thinking. But exactly how smart is man's best friend? Dr. Brian Hare shares the inside scoop on how the dog brain works and how to use his research to raise a great dog yourself.

Click here to watch the talk! (https://www.esi.utexas.edu/talk/the-genius-of-dogs/) You can also click here to explore the rest of the Hot Science—Cool Talks archives.

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“Hot Science—Cool Talks,” a free lecture series bringing the science from the University of Texas at Austin to a public audience, has been going strong for 25 years. Take this opportunity to dive into the rich archives of this series!

Living Wonders of the Hill Country with Dr. David Hillis

Discover the enchanting stories that make the Hill Country such a unique place. From colorful wildflowers to endangered species, an incredible variety of plants and animals call this region home. Learn about the importance of preserving the Hill Country's biological diversity and leave with ideas for how you can make a positive difference.

Click here to watch the talk! (https://www.esi.utexas.edu/talk/living-wonders-of-the-hill-country/) You can also click here to explore the rest of the Hot Science—Cool Talks archives.

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“Hot Science—Cool Talks,” a free lecture series bringing the science from the University of Texas at Austin to a public audience, has been going strong for 25 years. Take this opportunity to dive into the rich archives of this series!

Recipes for Food Insecurity with Dr. Raj Patel

Dr. Raj Patel unveils his research into a powerful link between food justice and addressing climate change. Battling a changing climate means transforming the food system and challenging oppressive systems. Dr. Patel's insights originate from researching frontline communities who have already developed unique solutions for a hot planet.

Click here to watch the talk! (https://www.esi.utexas.edu/talk/recipes-for-food-insecurity/) You can also click here to explore the rest of the Hot Science—Cool Talks archives.

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“Hot Science—Cool Talks,” a free lecture series bringing the science from the University of Texas at Austin to a public audience, has been going strong for 25 years. Take this opportunity to dive into the rich archives of this series!

Reconstructing Environmental (In)Justice with Dr. Tianna Bruno

Environmental injustice refers to the uneven distribution of environmental benefits and burdens based primarily on race, but also other marginalizing factors such as income and gender. In this conversation, Dr. Bruno describes how this phenomenon spans across Texas and its history, with a focus on Port Arthur, Texas, where the largest petrochemical refinery in the Northern Hemisphere is nestled within a Black community. Dr. Bruno also explains the importance of integrating social science and environmental reconstruction methods to assess environmental injustice over time.

Click here to watch the talk! (https://www.esi.utexas.edu/talk/reconstructing-environmental-injustice/) You can also click here to explore the rest of the Hot Science—Cool Talks archives.

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“Hot Science—Cool Talks,” a free lecture series bringing the science from the University of Texas at Austin to a public audience, has been going strong for 25 years. Take this opportunity to dive into the rich archives of this series!

Successfully Communicating about Climate Change with Dr. Michael Ranney

Is it possible to change an individual’s perceptions about climate change? Definitely! This session is a conversation with Michael Ranney, whose research focuses on understanding and explaining challenging information, including concepts such as global warming and its impacts. Prof. Ranney shares interventions that have proven to be effective in increasing the acceptance of climate change by people across the political spectrum.

Click here to watch the talk! (https://www.esi.utexas.edu/talk/successfully-communicating-about-climate-change/) You can also click here to explore the rest of the Hot Science—Cool Talks archives.

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Welcome to the latest edition of the Native Plants Database where you can explore the wealth of native plants in North America. You can use this tool to find native plant for your yard or garden based on available sunlight, soil moisture, bloom time or color, and other factors!

Click here to start searching for 25,234 native plants by scientific or common name or choose a particular family of plants.

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