Science & S’mores: What Do Insects Have to Do With Climate?

Introducing Science & S’mores, a new HBF discussion series that brings people together around the fire to explore interesting scientific topics, research, and discoveries.
Paper: Insect Herbivory Releases More Nutrients in Warmer and Drier Forests
https://highlandsbiological.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Hwang-et-al.-2025_Insect_Herbivory_Releases_More_Nutrients_in_Warmer.pdf
For our first gathering, we’ll dig into how insects shape forest ecosystems and how climate influences their role in nutrient cycling. We’ll discuss findings from a global study of 50 old-growth forests, including research that involved Highlands Biological Station.
Download and read the paper before the program, then come ready to dig into the science over s’mores! S’more materials will be provided, and a covered space will be available in case of rain.
Location: Valentine Meadow + Cook Pavilion, 888 Horse Cove Rd
Leader: Alex WAite
FREE | Adults and teens
View upcoming HBF programs: https://highlandsbiological.org/foundation/programs/
Free program provided by Highlands Biological Foundation.