Dr. Mark Moffett on Ant Architecture

Dr. Mark Moffett on Ant Architecture

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Mark Moffett‘s newest book, Adventures Among Ants, features his adventures around the world with marauder, army, weaver, slavery, leafcutter, and invasive ants, and includes detailed science about the parallels between ant societies and human bodies, minds, and societies. As a Harvard graduate who studied under acclaimed conservationist Edward O. Wilson, Mark remains active in science, with over 80 peer-reviewed publications. He has penned more than 20 articles for National Geographic Magazine, which has featured nearly 500 of his images. You may recognize Mark from appearances on Conan O’Brien, the Colbert Report, and NPR. RSVP to adultprograms@naturemuseum.org or call 773-755-5100, ext. 5028.