Dr Chris Thorogood is Deputy Director and Head of Science at the University of Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum, a lecturer at the Department of Plant Sciences, and Adjunct Fellow of Linacre College. His research focuses on the evolution of parasitic and carnivorous plants, taxonomic diversity in biodiversity hotspots around the world, and biomimetics – exploring the potential applications of plants in technology. He is an ambassador for the public engagement of plant sciences, a presenter of BBC Radio 4’s GQT, and an international best-selling author.
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Saturday 10th September 2022
We are delighted to be able to invite you to this year's Gaudy for alumni who matriculated between 1972-81. The Gaudy will be held the weekend of 10-11 September, with the customary black-tie dinner taking place on the Saturday evening in our newly refurbished dining hall.