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Is the world’s biggest vine on Panama’s Barro Colorado Island?

July 19, 2024

Long-term research at Barro Colorado Island Research Station and at many other locations show that there are more woody vines in tropical forests, but very little is known about them. They are difficult to measure and so are often overlooked. This research group measured the biggest vine they have found on the island—but is this the biggest liana in the world? The authors challenge others to...

Red-eyed treefrog eggs hatch a plan to escape warming temperatures

July 12, 2024

A new study from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) shows that red-eyed treefrog embryos hatch early when exposed to high ammonia levels — an environmental cue that it’s too hot and dry for the eggs to survive.

New species of grapes are the oldest in the Western Hemisphere

July 05, 2024

Ancient, fossilized grape seeds from Panama, Colombia and Peru, provide perspective on the evolution of plants after the extinction of the dinosaurs.

STRI special events, June 2024

June 29, 2024

BCI 100, Book giveaway during visit to Bocas Station, School vacations at Punta Culebra and more

Visiting Bacurú Drõa, a community-led study of forest giants in Eastern Panama

June 28, 2024

The importance of community participation and consent in all aspects of tropical forest research in indigenous areas is critical but can only be achieved through creating space for dialogue.

Language and cultural “intercambios” bring the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute community together

June 27, 2024

Since 2023, a grassroots diversity and inclusion initiative has brought English and Spanish language learning to hundreds, fostering connection and feelings of belonging within the STRI community.

New, giant horned dinosaur discovered in the ancient swamps of Montana, United States

June 20, 2024

Joe Sertich, paleontologist from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and the Colorado State University, co-authored a new study naming a new species of dinosaur, which he says "pushes the envelope on bizarre ceratopsian headgear."

Unlocking forest biodiversity: What can Virola nobilis trees teach us about tropical ecology?

June 10, 2024

Virola trees in Panama are defying a well-known hypothesis from the 1970s regarding tropical biodiversity, revealing how genetics and the environment shape pathogen communities and seedling survival in tropical forests

Centering relationships between people and place: A critical step towards improving science's contributions to society

June 05, 2024

Marine conservation scientists advocate for a cultural shift in academia that fosters deeper connections with places of study and encourages collaboration with local communities to make science more equitable

STRI special events, May 2024

May 31, 2024

OCon2U Visits STRI, Global Big Day, eButterfly, Ocean Celebration in Bocas del Toro, and more

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