The Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens proudly presents the exhibit “Emerald Abyss: Nine Years of Research in the Congo,” Feb. 11 through April 30, 2016. The exhibit showcases the impactful research work done over the past nine years by UTEP’s own Eli Greenbaum, Ph.D., a noted herpetologist and associate professor of evolutionary genetics. He has been traveling to the Democratic Republic of Congo every summer to search for — and oftentimes find — new species of reptiles and amphibians.
Greenbaum said he is excited about sharing his research findings and experiences in Africa with audiences through this exhibit.
“Because it is rarely covered in the news, many people are unfamiliar with the Congo and its many surprising ties with the United States, and I am hopeful that visitors will be awestruck by the African country’s history, cultures, scenic beauty and biodiversity,” he said. “I will also strive to instill a sense of pride about the unique resources and research at our University.”