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Cool Jobs - Medical Ecologist

World Science Festival via YouTube

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Explore the innovative world of medical ecology through a captivating 22-minute video featuring Dickson Despommier, a pioneering medical ecologist. Discover the Vertical Farm Project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at urban renewal and sustainable food production. Learn how Despommier's research on the microbial worm trichinella, combined with his ecology students' creativity and global contributions, led to this revolutionary concept. Gain insights into the emerging field of medical ecology, hydroponic farming, and the potential for green jobs in urban agriculture. Understand the importance of cities as ecosystems and the role of vertical farming in addressing future agricultural challenges exacerbated by climate change.

Syllabus

Intro
Microbiologist
Medical Ecology
Vertical Farms
The first time I heard about you
Teaching is not a solitary task
Cities as ecosystems
Hydroponic farming
Why vertical farming
Green jobs

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World Science Festival

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