American University of Beirut

The Landscape Design and Ecosystem Management Department presenting a series of cutting-edge guest lectures during the Contemporary issues in Landscape Architecture’ Course (LDEM 260).

As part of LDEM 260 Contemporary Issues in Landscape Architecture, the class is hosting a series of guest lectures from the Department of Landscape at the University of Sheffield to encourage collective thinking on professional and academic experiences regarding design, maintenance and management, and equity in landscape architecture.

​​​​​​Jake Robinson, Microbial Ecologist at the Department of Landscape Architecture at the University of Sheffield gave a lecture on November 10th , 2022 about Microbes and Cryptogams in Landscape ArchitectureDr. Robinson highlighted how microbes and microbiomes are integral to our health and well-being and how as designers we can incorporate innovative microbiome-inspired green infrastructure (MIGI). Also he discussed how to include 'doses of nature and complex ecosystems in the design of landscapes and green spaces including innovative living urban features that could potentially enhance public health via health-inducing microbial interactions.

IMG_2661.jpg



Contact Us

For various questions, please try contacting us via social media first!
read more

Privacy Statement

We take data privacy seriously and adhere to all applicable data privacy laws and regulations.
read more

Copyright and Disclaimer

Written permission is needed to copy or disseminate all or part of the materials on the AUB website.
read more

Title IX, Non-Discrimination, and Anti-Discriminatory Harassment

AUB is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment to all members of its community.
read more