
Irish Tree Explorers Network
@iten_ucc
Creating a national network of living tree collections to engage the public with STEM topics and culture ๐ฎ๐ช
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21-04-2023 11:23:52
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ITEN recently attended the โA Celebration of Biodiversity Action in Cork Cityโ conference, hosted by Cork City Council. The event showcased a range of speakers and biodiversity initiatives taking place across the city. Cork City Council @scienceirel



ITEN on tour at Drumboe woods, Co. Donegal! Thank you to the wonderful Brian McGowan for showing us round Research Ireland UCC Arboretum


We had a huge crowd for our special #CultureNightUCC tree tour tonight. So much interest in the nexus of science and culture! #CultureNight2024 #culturenightcork #CultureNight Research Ireland UCC Ireland


Another great event for Culture Night celebrating all things trees ๐ณ ๐ ๐#CultureNight2024 #culturenightucc UCC Arboretum Dr Eoin Lettice posting now on Bluesky Barbara Doyle Prestwich PhD Gabriella Chisholm Emma Hutchinson



Celebrate SPAR Tree Day 2024 with us! We're sharing images from our recent site visits across Ireland to highlight the expanding ITEN living collections network. We hope you enjoy the beauty of our trees! #Treeday2024 Research Ireland Coillte Office of Public Works UCC Arboretum


Throwback to last Tueday and our visit to Tullynally Castle and Gardens where Thomas Packenham and his lovely family gave us a tour of the fabulous tree collection in Co. Westmeath #Treetuesday Tree Council of Ireland UCC Arboretum #Treetime



What do European Larch trees from a wood in Scotland have to do with cessation of the transatlantic slave trade?? Find the answer along with other interesting facts about this wonderful tree, here: tinyurl.com/5n6fnfmn#TreeTโฆ Research Ireland Coillte Tree Council of Ireland Office of Public Works


This #TreeTuesday, letโs celebrate autumn tree leaf colours! ๐ Leaf senescence is the magic behind this transformation, as chlorophyll breaks down, vibrant carotenoids are revealed. For more on trees visit: ucc.ie/en/tree-explorโฆ Research Ireland


Autumn colours @ucctrees this week: Swamp cypress (๐๐๐ฅ๐๐๐๐ข๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ก๐๐โ๐ข๐) and Black Walnut (๐ฝ๐ข๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐). Both native to north America. UCC Ireland Irish Tree Explorers Network



This #TreeTuesday, weโre highlighting our Science Week event next week! Join us at the UCC Cooperage Room G13 on November 12th from 4 PM to 6 PM for an engaging exhibition. For more info on trees:ucc.ie/en/tree-explorโฆ Research Ireland Coillte Office of Public Works Tree Council of Ireland


This #TreeTuesday, we're highlighting ITEN's latest outreach events! ITEN participated in the SFI Science Week Exhibition at UCC. ITEN also hosted a tree tour for primary school children, nurturing their connection to nature. For more visit:ucc.ie/en/tree-explorโฆ Research Ireland


This #TreeTuesday, as Ireland recovers from recent storms, letโs celebrate the vital role trees play in storm management. They provide wind resistance, enhance soil stability, and absorb rainfall, helping prevent floodingย ๐ณ. For more:ucc.ie/en/tree-explorโฆ Research Ireland

