Curious about the secrets concealed within the vibrant Indo-Pacific coral reefs? Ever wondered what the life of a scientist entails?Ā Join us as we explore the remarkable adaptability Gorgonian octocorals face in challenging environments withĀ Dr. Sonia Rowley,Ā a globe-trotting scientistĀ who has delved into the depths of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, andĀ Andi Cross, the expedition lead from Edges of Earth Expedition! Learn how scientists and engineers from multiple disciplines work together to protect these enigmatic deep-reef environments and how that knowledge can have a powerful impact on ecosystem management strategies through local community collaboration in Pacific Island Nations.

 

šŸ Ā  You’ll also learn about new opportunities to embark on research opportunities in engineering, computer science, marine biology, and more with her as a KapCC student!

 

Ocean Science PāŹ»ina w/ Dr. Sonia Rowley
Thursday, February 15
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Ā STEM Center, KokiŹ»o 202
šŸ• Ā Free food andĀ  ā™»ļøĀ  eco-friendly prizes for attending!

 

Contact: Li-Anne Delavega atĀ ldelaveg@hawaii.edu.