We were chosen to partner with the Atlanta Botanical Garden to help with an ongoing research project studying cryopreservation of various Orchids native to Georgia. Each of you will be in charge of data collection for your specimen and get to learn from scientists at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. I am so excited for the opportunity to engage in science that is making a difference and the connections you all will make while networking.

Pictured here is Jason Ligon in the micropropagation lab. This is where they study various orchid seeds and fungi that have symbiotic relationships with endemic species of orchids.