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Discuss “University hosts conference to honor Rachel Carson”

On Saturday, Carnegie Mellon hosted a tribute to American marine biologist Rachel Carson that honored Carson and educated the public about her agenda. The Rachel Carson Legacy Conference, “Sustaining the Web of Life in Modern Society,” was held in the University Center from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The conference was the third in a series of four events celebrating the centennial anniversary of the birth of Rachel Carson, who is best known for writing the novel Silent Spring.

Edward O. Wilson, a Harvard University professor, delivered the keynote address. He used Carson’s work as a context for entering a larger discussion on the science of biodiversity.

A variety of experts held sessions in which they discussed current environmental issues...

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