Login with HarvardKey to view all events.

Science Spotlights: Amazing Axolotls!

This is a past event.

Saturday, February 28, 2026 2pm to 2:30pm

Image of Science Spotlights: Amazing Axolotls!

Event Dates

Saturday, February 28, 2026 2pm to 2:30pm

Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford Street, Classroom B, Third Floor View map

Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford Street, Classroom B, Third Floor

https://www.hmnh.harvard.edu/event/science-spotlights-amazing-axolotls
View map Add to calendar

In-Person Presentation

Science Spotlights: Amazing Axolotls!

Saturday, February 28, 2:00-2:30 pm

Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford Street, Classroom B, Third Floor

 

Meet up-and-coming scientists and learn about questions at the forefront of research today in this series of short talks.

 

Speaker: Dr. Jessica Whited

Whited Lab, Harvard Stem Cell Institute

 

Have you ever wondered what makes axolotls so unique? Do you want to learn more about these fascinating creatures? Join Dr. Jessica Whited and explore the natural history of axolotls and how they are helping scientists unlock clues about how body parts can be regenerated.

 

20-minute talk followed by 10-minute Q&A session. Recommended for ages 10 and up.

Regular museum admission rates apply.

 

Presented by the Harvard Museum of Natural History and Harvard Museums of Science & Culture

 

Photo: Hayden Graham

 

Event Details