Adriana Briscoe
Professor of biology and ecology at UC Irvine, studying butterfly vision and coloration evolution. Her research involves training butterflies to detect specific colors and understanding their sensory world.
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Oct 12, 2020 • 13min
Butterflies Have Hearts In Their Wings. You Won't Believe Where They Have Eyes
Adriana Briscoe, a biology and ecology professor at UC Irvine, shares her insights on the captivating world of butterflies. She reveals surprising facts about their unique photoreceptors and how they aid in reproduction. Adriana discusses her innovative research on training butterflies to associate colors with nectar. The conversation also dives into her journey as an educator, emphasizing the importance of representation among Latino teachers in STEM fields. Get ready to see butterflies in a whole new light!
Jul 30, 2020 • 14min
Butterflies Have Hearts In Their Wings. You'll Never Guess Where They Have Eyes
Adriana Briscoe, a biology and ecology professor at UC Irvine, specializes in butterfly vision and coloration evolution. She reveals fascinating insights into how butterflies detect colors and why they bask in the sun. Listeners learn about the incredible photoreceptors hidden in their wings and discover that butterflies have small functional 'hearts' that contribute to their survival. Adriana also shares her passion for education and how teachers' representation is vital for diversifying the STEM fields.
