Meet the Curator: Ted Schultz

Synopsis

Brazil is recognized as an ant heaven, with the diversity of ants in Brazil being pretty much unparalleled by almost any other country in the world. Ted Schultz, who has worked in Brazil since 1992, shares his passion for the country's rich biological landscape. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration in science, noting that he works with undergraduates, graduate students, and postdocs from Brazil. These collaborations often take place both in Brazil and at the Smithsonian, where they push the frontiers of knowledge using the institution's extensive collections. Schultz believes that understanding nature requires a collective effort, highlighting the value of international partnerships in scientific research.