[SEMCO] Science Made Public August Schedule

[Kathy Patterson]

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Science Made Public
All talks held at the WHOI Ocean Science Exhibit Center unless otherwise 
noted.
15 School Street, Woods Hole

Link: https://www.whoi.edu/page.do?pid=69956


August 2 at 2:30 p.m.- White Sharks in Our Backyard
*Greg Skomal, Marine Biologist*
White sharks are coming back to New England's coastal waters, drawn in 
by the growing gray seal population. Learn about the first-time efforts 
of marine scientists to study the ecology of white sharks in the North 
Atlantic and see the debut of footage taken of this species in 2010. 
*This talk will be held in Redfield Auditorium.*


August 9 at 2:30 p.m.- 30 Days Aboard the R/V /Knorr/: a Photographic 
Journey Behind the Scenes of an Oceanographic Cruise
*Carolina Nobre, Physical Oceanographer*
Oceanographic cruises are a crucial part of much of the science carried 
out at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute (WHOI). While at sea, 
science and ship crew members work closely in order to ensure the 
success of the mission. This photographic essay chronicles the 30 days 
spend aboard the R/V/ Knorr/ during the Dynamite cruise 
<http://www.whoi.edu/science/po/dynamite/index.html> in May/June of 
2011. The images provide a closer look at the everyday life onboard a 
Research Vessel, as well as the people who work tirelessly to ensure the 
steady progress of science at WHOI.


August 16 at 2:30 p.m.- What's Love Got To Do With It?
*Diane Murphy, Fisheries and Aquaculture Specialist*
Bivalves utilize various reproductive strategies to ensure the success 
of future generations. Some species, such as oysters, begin life as 
males only to later switch to female, whereas bay scallops are able to 
produce both male and female gametes. Efforts to restore or enhance 
native populations of shellfish are often tailored to capitalize on 
bivalve reproductive characteristics. Conversely, some research involves 
minimizing or eliminating reproduction all together. Learn about current 
research projects here on Cape Cod that incorporates these bivalve traits.


August 23 at 2:30 p.m.- Stress and the Sea Anemone
*Ann Tarant, Marine Biologist*
The starlet sea anemone, a small animal found in salt marshes on Cape 
Cod, is a close relative of reef-building corals. Like other animals, 
corals and sea anemones can be stressed by exposure to extreme 
temperatures, ultraviolet light, and chemical pollution. Fortunately, 
animals have evolved powerful mechanisms to protect their cells from 
damage. In many ways these defenses are similar in all animals, from sea 
anemones to humans, but it is important to understand which animals may 
be particularly vulnerable to certain types of stress. Find out how we 
are studying the effects of environmental stressors on sea anemones, 
including potential impacts from oil spills.
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