February 2017
Florida’s Springs Lecture
"Florida’s Springs: How are they doing and what is being done to protect these precious resources" Lecture Florida has one of the greatest concentrations of springs in the world with more than 1,000 currently documented. Over the last several decades water quality and quantity issues have severely impacted Florida’s iconic springs. Dr. Guy "Harley" Means (Florida Geological Survey-DEP) will discuss the current status of some of Florida’s springs and what is being done to protect and preserve these natural treasures…
Find out more »March 2017
Seepage Bog Wetlands Lecture
"Panhandle Florida's Spectacular Seepage Bog Wetlands Lecture" The conservation Lecture series continues with "Panhandle Florida's Spectacular Seepage Bog Wetlands: Vanishing Biodiversity and Why You Should Care". Dr. Bruce Means (Coastal Plains Institute.) will discuss the local wetlands of Florida's Panhandle and how current issues are shaping its biodiversity. 7 pm - 8 pm. Light refreshments will be provided prior to talk.
Find out more »April 2017
“Translating the language of life” Lecture
Most organisms on Earth have neither eyes nor ears and so must decide to run from, eat, or mate with things nearby based on chemical cues. Dr. Mark Hay (Georgia Tech) will discuss how understanding, translating, and using this chemical cross-talk among marine species can provide new and powerful options for curing degradation in marine systems. Coral reefs will be used as an example, but similar interactions probably occur in all communities. 7 pm - 8 pm. Light refreshments will be provided prior…
Find out more »FSU Marine Lab Open House
“2017 Open House: Coastal Literacy – Connecting Marine Science & Society” Active engagement in protecting our oceans and coastlines is something we all can do! Help us celebrate that ability and our scientific knowledge of the sea at our biennial Open House. Free and open to the public. Interactive displays for children. Food available for purchase. 10 am - 3 pm.
Find out more »FSU Marine Lab Open House
“2017 Open House: Coastal Literacy – Connecting Marine Science & Society” Active engagement in protecting our oceans and coastlines is something we all can do! Help us celebrate that ability and our scientific knowledge of the sea at our biennial Open House. Free and open to the public. Interactive displays for children. Food available for purchase. 10 am - 3 pm.
Find out more »August 2017
FSUML Workshop: The Edge of The Sea
Ever wonder how a hermit crab selects a shell or how a predatory snail tracks and attacks its prey? Come join Dr. Heidi Geisz for a short course on the edge of Apalachee Bay. Explore the many creatures that live at the interface of land and sea and discuss how they make a living in this highly variable environment. Be ready to get muddy, of course, and enjoy yourself being in nature. This course is designed to educate and inspire…
Find out more »FSUML Workshop: South African Offshore Coral Reefs
By Zoleka Filander, MSc, University of Cape Town and PhD candidate at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. The South African coastline is 1,554 miles long and has an Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) that covers over 40,000 square miles. The Law of the Sea Convention grants to each country special rights within their respective EEZs regarding the exploration and use of marine resources for food, minerals, and energy production from water and wind. South Africa’s EEZ encompasses two distinct oceans --…
Find out more »January 2018
Florida’s Invasive Lionfish: Be The Predator!
Lionfish are nonnative invasive species that were introduced to the coastal waters of Florida over 30 years ago and have since successfully invaded the Caribbean Sea, western Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. Often referred to as the worst marine invasion to date, lionfish have the potential to alter the population dynamics of our native marine communities, impacting the recreational and commercial fishing industries and overall economy of Florida. Join Us to learn about ways to get involved in lionfish…
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FSU Marine Labs Hosts Spring Lecture
Sharks, Cancer, & Fake News by Dr. Gary Ostrander For many years the promotion of shark cartilage as a cure for cancer has contributed to at least two significant deleterious outcomes: a dramatic and continuing decrease in shark populations around the world and the diversion of patients from effective cancer treatments. The primary justification for the use of cartilage is that sharks do not present with cancer. However, sharks and related fishes have been documented to exhibit a variety of…
Find out more »April 2019
FSU Lab Hosts Open House
Pin Share Tweet The FSU Coastal and Marine Laboratory will host an open house on Saturday, April 27 from 10 am to 3 pm at the Turkey Point facility east of Carrabelle. Tour the facility and check out the displays.
Find out more »April 2022
FSU Coastal & Marine Laboratory Open House
FSUCML’s Open House highlights the importance of improving human awareness of the tight linkages between healthy ecosystems and healthy societies. From tiny tots to the most mature adults and those of us who never quite grew up — there will be something to educate, fascinate and entertain everyone! And there will be great food available. Throughout the day you can: Check out the Shark Jaw Display Discover everything you want to know about Deep Sea Corals Hunt for hints about…
Find out more »September 2022
FSU Coastal and Marine Lab Host Summer Workshops and Tours
Looking for summer fun for the whole family? Check out our Evening at the Edge of the Sea Workshops! Each workshop at the FSU Marine Lab east of Carrabelle includes a walk along the tidal flats with marine lab staff to learn about the fascinating marine creatures. $15 per workshop. Also, starting July 1st, the lab will host free public tours each Friday from 11 am – 4 pm. Learn about current research initiatives, meet our staff and more.
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