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Termites could play an important role in climate change

September 22, 2022

A study spanning six continents explored the role of termites and microorganisms in wood decay.

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Atlas of the Panamanian Caribbean macroalgae, their autofluorescence and uses

September 22, 2022

Although these seaweeds are very popular among the Guna Yala community, it is no less true that their use is unknown to the public.

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An Amphibian Ark! Panama Amphibian Rescue and Conservation Project

September 08, 2022

Rescuing and establishing sustainable populations of endangered amphibian species.

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STRI special events, August 2022

August 31, 2022

Q?rioso Inauguration, Panama Book Fair, Jaramillo Award, Tony Coates Fellowship, QGIS Workshop.

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U.S.Embassy-Sponsored Stand Takes Science to the People

August 31, 2022

What do frogs, jaguars and bird food have in common? They all inspired imaginative activities for kids at this year’s International Book Fair in Panama.

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Some tropical trees won’t be defeated by lightning

August 25, 2022

A multi-year study in the tropical forests of the Panama Canal found that the species most frequently damaged by lightning tended to be the most capable of surviving it.

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New 3D model shows: Megalodon could eat prey the size of entire killer whales

August 22, 2022

Megalodon could fully consume prey the size of today’s killer whales and then roam the seas without more food for two months.

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STRI special events, July 2022

July 29, 2022

What Do You Love About Forests? STRI Rocks ATBC, Interpreting Clues to Ocean Health and more.

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A center to explore. Uniting Through STEAM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) Programming. Seminar (in Spanish) by Sabrina Camaran

July 27, 2022

Learn more about the Panama American Center (PAC).

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My Journey to Barro Colorado Island (Part 3 of 3)

July 27, 2022

STRI from Myth to Reality: Working on Barro Colorado Island as Part of a Community.

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