December 3, 2024
21st July – Beccari, Borneo and Beyond: Beccari’s Life and Works by Michele Rodda, PhD
Odoardo Beccari, an influential Italian botanist, conducted extensive Malesian expeditions, collecting 16,000 specimens while publishing significantly on palms and iconic plant species, amidst conflicts with scientific institutions.
December 2, 2024
14th July – Animal Life of the Matang Massif: An Overview including Historical Observations by Beccari by Chien C Lee
The Matang Massif, centered on Gunung Serapi, is rich in biodiversity. Odoardo Beccari and biologist Chien Lee documented its unique flora and fauna over decades, highlighting its ecological significance.