CinemaOSMovie · 2023 · 0h 11m

Decoding Ancestral Knowledge

Documentary

Enter the captivating world of scientific exploration through the lens of Kiana Frank who is a proud Native Hawaiian and microbiologist. Her unique journey intertwines traditional wisdom with the latest molecular techniques, casting light on the intricate interactions between microorganisms and the environment they inhabit. It is within the ancient oral narrative of Meheanu, a revered goddess, that Kiana finds a clue about nitrogen cycling in fish ponds—a pivotal ecological process orchestrating the relationship between microorganisms, plants, and fish.

Directed bySharon Shattuck, Ruth Lichtman

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Language
EN
Released
January 1, 2023

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Ruth Lichtman

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