Spotlight on Science: Antarctica - experiences of two scientists over two centuries

Cathy Corbishley and Dr Scott Pallett compare Antarctic research through the life and work of Edward Wilson and Pallett’s 2025 expedition to collect microbial samples.

Corbishley draws on City St George’s archive records to discuss Wilson’s scientific and artistic work and Antarctic expeditions. Pallett describes his 2025 two-person expedition, including the collection of microbial samples to study environmental microbiomes.