Kirsten Hecht and the Hellbenders

Ecological Adventures by Ecological Adventures

Apr 19, 201900:09:39Science & Medicine

Kirsten Hecht studies giant salamanders and science communication. Her work has led her to discoveries, and sometimes creepy situations. In this episode, we hear a little of both. Want to learn more about the WEC departm...

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