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Episode 349: Exploring the University of Arizona campus arboretum

Bringing the stories of cacti, shrubs, and saplings to the U of A from around the world.

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Episode 349: Exploring the University of Arizona campus arboretum

This episode is supported by the The Research Corporation for Science Advancement.
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Campus arboretum director Tanya Quist

Thousands of trees and plants unique to southern Arizona's semi-arid climate have a special home in Tucson. Campus arboretum director Tanya Quist talks about bringing the stories of cacti, shrubs, and saplings to the U of A from around the world.

Tanya Quist spoke with Tim Swindle, director of the University of Arizona Space institute.

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