

Ep. 440 - Plants, Bees, and the Microbes They Share
Sep 24, 2023
Dr. Quinn McFrederick, a researcher exploring the interactions between plants, bees, and microbes, discusses the significance of bee microbiomes and the complexity of their relationship. Topics discussed include the largest commercial pollination event in the world, the unraveling of bee microbiomes through DNA sequencing, the role of gut microbiome in protecting bees, rapid microbial evolution in bees, and the unique behavior of vulture bees.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Bees, Almond Pollination, and Symbiosis
01:56 • 5min
Unraveling the Intricacies of Bee Microbiomes
06:49 • 26min
Collaborative Nature of Plant Communities and the Role of Gut Microbiome in Protecting Bees
32:45 • 3min
Rapid Microbial Evolution in Bees
35:50 • 15min
Exploring the Intersection of Advanced Techniques and Botanical Questions
51:05 • 2min
The Study of Vulture Bees
52:55 • 7min
Expressing Gratitude and Encouraging Support
59:46 • 2min