Plant Science Talk: Dr Alison Pouliot - 'Curry Punk & Jelly Brain: The Conservation and Aesthetics of Fungi'

In this talk Alison will explore how fungi are perceived across hemispheres in conservation contexts and which fungal flagships might best capture the public imagination. Alison will also tell some stories from the writing of her recent book, Funga Obscura – Photo Journeys Among Fungi.

The earth’s rapidly changing climate and environmental issues have come into sharp focus through the demise of charismatic megafauna and the ‘biodiversity crisis’.  But what about stinkhorns and slime moulds? 

How do fungi and their kin get our attention when they are not only overshadowed by more ‘popular’ organisms, but are rarely included in our ideas about ‘nature’ or ‘biodiversity’?

Alison is happy to sign your copy(ies) of her book(s).

This talk is now booked out.
 

Biography - Dr Alison Pouliot

Over the last 25 years Alison has divided her time between hemispheres, working both with fungi and their followers. She has been actively involved in fungal conservation, research and education.

After gaining her  BA (Philosophy), BSc Hons (Zoology), PhD (Ecology/Mycology), Alison Pouliot is now an ecologist, environmental photographer and author who has presented more than 900 environmental seminars, forays and workshops in Australia, the Americas and Europe.  She greatly enjoys working with people from all walks of life to tap into their passions and ideas about the environment and environmental issues, with a focus on fungi. More info at www.alisonpouliot.com

Alison’s books, The Allure of Fungi, Wild Mushrooming, Underground Lovers and Funga Obscura will be available for purchase.  Alison is happy to sign your copy(ies) of her book(s).

Bookings open 1 March 2025.  Booking Link:  https://www.trybooking.com/CZGMJ

Cost: We welcome donations by gold coins, notes, or electronically. The Friends use donations to support Gardens’ programs and development and thank all those who have donated.