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Laura and Nic interview Christopher Tracey, director of conservation science applications at NatureServe, to explore how biodiversity data, GIS, and AI can support smarter conservation and land-use decisions. From discovering rare species in the field to transforming complex data into actionable tools, this episode highlights the value of curiosity, technology, and looking a little deeper at the natural world.

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Guest Bio:
Christopher Tracey is the Director of Conservation Science Applications at NatureServe. At NatureServe, he leads a team of spatial analysts, data scientists, and software developers to create biodiversity information products and deliver those products to conservation practitioners, researchers, industry, and decision-makers across the United States and Canada. Prior to joining NatureServe, he worked for the Pennsylvania Natural Heritage Program (a NatureServe Network member program), starting as a field ecologist and eventually managing conservation planning activities.

Music Credits
Intro: Givin Me Eyes by Grace Mesa
Outro: Never Ending Soul Groove by Mattijs Muller

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