National Geographic Live – Nalini Nadkarni: Roots to Canopy

Throughout human history, trees have provided our most important sources of sustenance, protection, and wonder. 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. With expertise honed through years of studying these treetop realms, Nadkarni is one of the world’s foremost experts on the vital role canopy ecosystems play in our planet’s health. Discover the fascinating interconnections between canopy flora and fauna and the urgent importance of conserving these biodiverse habitats. Join Arts Commons Presents and National Geographic Live for an immersive journey into the heart of the forest canopy, where science, conservation, and wonder converge.