ARID Events

ARID Resilience Brewery Conversation

December 4, 2024, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Bow & Arrow Brewing Co. 
608 McKnight Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

We will discuss ongoing research to find soil fungi that can help remove or detoxify heavy metals (lead, arsenic, uranium) from lands affected by historical mining. Our goal is to test whether fungi can bioremediate metals better if they have a little help from plants. We would also love community feedback on the development of a new undergraduate course model to build hands-on experience with community-engaged research, including working with Tribal communities and partners.

Conversation Panel:

• Dr. Thomas Depree, Lecturer in Environmental Sciences, Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute, Research Assistant Professor Gerald May Department of Civil, Construction & Environmental Engineering UNM
• Lincoln Encino, Town Crier, The Pueblo of Laguna
• Abi Granath, PhD Student UNM Biology and ARID Institute
• Mallery Quetawki, Communication and Outreach Specialist, University of New Mexico-College of Pharmacy, Community Environmental Health Program
• Dr. Geisianny Moreira, Postdoctoral Fellow UNM METALS Superfund Research Research Center
• Dr. Jennifer Rudgers, Distinguished Professor, co-Director UNM-ARID Institute
• Dr. Jose M. Cerrato, Professor of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering