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Karen Schaffer
Assistant Professor
Education
- Ph.D Botany; University of Iowa
- M.S. Botany; University of Iowa
- B.S. Biology; Easter Kentucky University
Courses Taught
- General Botany
- General Biology
- Local Flora
- Plant Anatomy & Morphology
- Principles of Taxonomy & Evolution
- Problems in Biological Education
Academic Interests
- Plant Biology (All aspects)
Scholarly Activity
Current Undergraduate Research
Projects
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The Characterization of Equistem
hymale as a hper-accumulator of selected elements
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Cultivation and Growth of Thallose Liverworts
Current Graduate Research
- The Effects of B-17 Estradiol on the
Growth and Germination of corn
Student Group Advisement
- Major Advisor for Beta Beta Beta
Biological Honor Society
Other Professional Experiences
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American Association for the Advacement of Science (AAAS)
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The Nature Conservancy
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World Wildlife Foundation
Other
- Gardening for Birds and Butterflies
