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Exploring science through ballet

Eleonora Moratto will use her skills as a professional ballerina to present her PhD work on plant pathology at The Great Exhibition Road Festival in South Kensington, west London.

Visitors can enjoy a free performance while learning about growing food pathogen free.

Video by Gopal Virdee

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14 June 2024

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