Simon Gilroy

In this engaging discussion, Simon Gilroy, a professor of botany and head of the Gilroy Science Lab, shares his expertise on plant intelligence and astrobotany. The conversation unveils the remarkable capabilities of plants, including their ability to communicate and exhibit memory. They explore the Venus flytrap's counting mechanism and ponder plant awareness. Gilroy also highlights the future of space farming, emphasizing how plants can adapt to extraterrestrial conditions, a vital consideration for long-duration space missions.