Insects and Natural History Collections

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This course focuses on the roles of natural history collections, with an emphasis on arthropods. Through hands-on activities and discussions, students explore insect preservation and collection management techniques, biodiversity data standards, data sharing, insect natural history, and effective exhibit design. Students gain a basic understanding of how research and policy decisions are informed by biodiversity data and natural history collections and how these resources can be used to educate and inspire non-experts.