Suzanne Simard
Forest Ecologist | Author of 'Finding the Mother Tree'
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Suzanne Simard is a pioneering forest ecologist and professor at the University of British Columbia. Her groundbreaking research has transformed our understanding of how trees communicate, share resources, and form underground 'wood-wide webs' in forest ecosystems.
Simard's bestselling book 'Finding the Mother Tree' has reached millions, revealing the intricate symbiosis of trees and the critical role they play in sustaining life. Her inspiring keynotes share scientific insights that empower audiences to rethink our relationship with nature and find hope in the face of environmental challenges.
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How trees talk to each other
"A forest is much more than what you see," says ecologist Suzanne Simard. Her 30 years of research in Canadian forests have led to an astounding discovery -- trees talk, often and over vast distances. Learn more about the harmonious yet complicated social lives of trees and prepare to see the natural world with new eyes.
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