Great Britain year 1964 International Botanical Congress, Edinburgh MNH
The International Botanical Congress (IBC) is a major event in the field of botany. Here’s some information about the IBC and its connection to Edinburgh:
- Purpose: The IBC is the largest conference of botanists in the world, held every six years to discuss new research and developments in plant sciences.
- Edinburgh as host: Edinburgh, Scotland hosted the 10th International Botanical Congress in 1964.
- Significance: These congresses are important for establishing international standards in botanical nomenclature and taxonomy.
- Attendees: The event typically attracts thousands of scientists from around the world, including botanists, mycologists, ecologists, and other plant science specialists.
- Activities: The congress includes lectures, symposia, poster sessions, and field trips related to various aspects of plant science.
- Nomenclature Section: A key part of each IBC is the Nomenclature Section, where changes to the International Code of Nomenclature for algae, fungi, and plants are discussed and voted on.
- Legacy: Each congress often results in important publications and decisions that influence botanical research and practice worldwide.
- Recent events: The most recent IBC was held in Rio de Janeiro in 2023, and the next one is scheduled for Madrid in 2029.
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