R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar: Leading Powdermill Field Station and Nature Reserve into the Future
November 10, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Talk: Science, Conservation, and Community: Leading Powdermill Field Station and Nature Reserve into the Future
Speaker: Dr. Mary Janecka, Director of Powdermill Field Station and Nature Reserve
When: Monday, November 10, 2025, 12:00–1:00 p.m.
Where: Carnegie Library Lecture Hall and online via Zoom
Tickets: Free. Museum admission not required.
Dr. Mary Janecka, the new Director of Powdermill Field Station and Nature Reserve, will present past research and plans for leading the team to advance the station’s scientific research, applied conservation efforts, and public outreach initiatives. Fieldwork has long been at the heart of Mary’s own scientific journey, and she has contributed to making field experiences more accessible and welcoming to all. Janecka’s own research on host-parasite interactions (primarily in riverine ecosystems) and how these are affected by anthropogenic change has immediate relevance to the Western Pennsylvania region. Her research combines behavioral ecology, genetics, and conservation; it spans both aquatic and terrestrial systems, and across organism groups—from snakes to migratory birds to ticks. With this multidisciplinary expertise, Janecka is uniquely positioned to further elevate Powdermill’s scientific profile and impact.
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Upcoming R.W. Moriarty Science Seminars
Learn about scientific discoveries directly from the experts in the field. Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s scientific research staff and invited speakers discuss their latest findings on numerous scientific topics at the R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar series.
