In this edition of the Skyline Chat, Dr. Thorsten Lumbsch, Vice President of Science & Education at the Field Museum of Natural History, sat down with Consul General Bruno Ryff to discuss lichens and what they can teach us about the world. Touching on philosophy, sociology, science, climate and more, press play on this thought-provoking conversation.

Skyline Chat is a discussion series organized by the Consulate General of Switzerland in Chicago. In each edition, a guest with close ties to Switzerland is invited to talk about their specific field of work and how they create valuable impact in the Midwest and across the whole U.S. on a daily basis. These talks offer exciting insights into various fields such as education, research, and business against the inspiring backdrop of the Chicago skyline.

Watch the Skyline Chat with Dr. Thorsten Lumbsch in full length below.

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