Podcasts about Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute

Talked with Gabby Barbarite McHenry, Ph.D., Director of Outreach & Engagement, Florida Atlantic University, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. "FAU Harbor Branch prioritizes solution-oriented research that addresses critical issues affecting coastal zone, oceans, and human well-being." As part of their outreach, they've created a boat tour on a floating lab, Discovery. On this educational tour listeners can learn about the Indian River Lagoon and it's importance in the ecosystem. The lagoon reaches 156 miles along Florida's east coast and has more that 4,000 plant and animals species (50 are threatended or endangered). It's offered 10:30am on Fridays and Saturdays and again at 1pm on Saturday. To book a boat tour, listeners can go to www.fau.edu/hboi/bookatour or by calling 772-242-2293. They also have a campus tour, volunteer opportunities, upcoming events at IRL Science Festival in November, Ocean Science lecture series, Marine Science Friday lecture series, speakers bureau, ocean science art contest, citizen science projects - one includes dolphin spotting. For more info, listeners can go to fau.edu.

In episode 9, we're sitting down with Dr. Dennis Hanisak and Kristen Davis from Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. We cover IRLON, or Indian River Lagoon Observatory Network of Environmental Sensors, measuring the water quality and weather data of the lagoon, accessible data, community outreach and hope for the future.To learn more about the IRL Council and our lagoon home, visit: https://onelagoon.org/➜ Indian River Lagoon vital signs: https://onelagoon.org/steps-to-success/➜ Volunteer: https://onelagoon.org/find-volunteer-event/➜ Help From Home: https://onelagoon.org/helping-from-home/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IRLNEP/Twitter: https://twitter.com/onelagoonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/onelagoon/

A record-size mass of sargassum is coming ashore in parts of the Caribbean, Mexico and Florida. We discuss why it's a problem and what efforts are underway to deal with it, with Brian Lapointe, a research professor at Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute; and Ajit Subramaniam, a biological oceanographer at Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory.

This episode we interview Clark Morgan, a PhD student and researcher at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. Come along with us as we learn more about the Goliath Grouper and its conservation status, as well as what it takes to be a grouper researcher and some of the crazy stories that develop from working with animals the size of your refrigerator. We hope you'll learn to love this dinosaur as much as we do, and that you'll learn a thing or two by trying to step into somebody else's fins. Follow Clark on instagram at @seamorephotography and follow his work at @fishecohboi Merch is available here, and don't forget to submit some of your crazy stories here to be shared on our upcoming fish tales episodes!

Talked with Gabby Barbarite, Ph.D., Director of Outreach & Engagement Florida Atlantic University, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute and Dave Wood, U.S. Horticultural Laboratory, from the Indian River Lagoon Science Festival. This is the 7th annual IRL Science Fest and is happening Saturday, October 22nd from 10a-3p and 600 N. Indian River Drive, FT. PIERCE, FL. It's a Free event good for all ages that is put on by local scientists/educators to help educate the public and give them the opportunity to talk face to face with the scientists about their work. There are over 50 exhibitors including: Harbor Branch, UF/IFAS, USDA, Treasure Coast Beekeepers, U.S.C.G, St. Lucie County Dive Team, Audubon Society, Smithsonian Marine Station, Ox-bow Eco Center, Max Planck and Indian River State college just to name a few. They will also have food trucks and multiple stage shows throughout the day. The stage shows include Jurassic Parts Spectacular Science Show, St. Lucie Dance Theatre, Treasure Coast Wildlife Center, Ft. Pierce k-9 Demo. Listeners can get more info, sign up to be a volunteer, exhibitor by going to www.IRLSciencefest.org

For four decades, Dr. Megan Davis has been working with the iconic queen conch in Florida and all over the Caribbean. In today's episode, Megan shares how at age 16, she knew she wanted to do conch aquaculture, and how she's been at the forefront of conch science and aquaculture since. Megan shares how conch is being restored all over the Caribbean, some crazy facts about the iconic species, and what a conch pearl looks like. Her passion for these shelled creatures is contagious; you're in for a treat.This episode is brought to you by Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. For over 50 years, FAU Harbor Branch has been in relentless pursuit of Ocean Science for a Better World®. Located in Fort Pierce, Florida, FAU Harbor Branch's cutting-edge research focuses on marine ecosystem conservation, aquaculture, the connection between ocean and human health, and technological innovation and national defense. During my time as part of the undergraduate Semester By the Sea program, I learned so much about the ocean and what it takes to become a good scientist. The programs and opportunities offered at FAU Harbor Branch have continued to swell since! To learn more, and how you can get involved, please visit www.fau.edu/hboi.Show notes : marinebio.life/89Support the show

Dr. Joshua Voss is the Executive Director of NOAA's Cooperative Institute for Ocean Exploration, Research, and Technology and an Associate Research Professor at Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. His research interests? Coral. In today's episode, we chat about coral reefs, both shallow and mesophotic (or slightly deeper water), their health, how they're explored. Josh is a certified technical rebreather diver and scuba instructor who has completed over 1500 scientific dives and led more than 35 scientific expeditions. He shares how his field work is accomplished, how crime scene investigation methods translates to coral, and how you, as a stakeholder, can get involved.This episode is brought to you by Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. For over 50 years, FAU Harbor Branch has been in relentless pursuit of Ocean Science for a Better World®. Located in Fort Pierce, Florida, FAU Harbor Branch's cutting-edge research focuses on marine ecosystem conservation, aquaculture, the connection between ocean and human health, and technological innovation and national defense. During my time as part of the undergraduate Semester By the Sea program, I learned so much about the ocean and what it takes to become a good scientist. The programs and opportunities offered at FAU Harbor Branch have continued to swell since! To learn more, and how you can get involved, please visit fau.edu/hboi.Click here for show notes.Click here for "Scuba for Beginners"Support the show

With three decades of research focused on the effects of land-based nutrient pollution on water quality, both here in Florida and globally, Dr. Brian Lapointe is an internationally respected expert and author of over 90 publications in the field of algal physiology, biochemistry, and ecology. In this episode, we have an in-depth conversation about Dr. Lapointe's findings regarding the main causes of Florida's water quality issues, how our state is a microcosm of the global crisis we all face if nothing is done. It's an exhaustive and comprehensive discussion of the topic and one not to be missed.

Dr. Andia Fonnegra Chavez studies sponges and their interactions on reefs at Florida Atlantic University.. In today's fascinating conversation, Andia shares her story falling in love with the ocean growing up in Colombia, and how she ultimately ended up in the States. We chat about how sponges are important members of the reef building and maintenance crew, how most of the color you see on reefs are in fact sponges, the importance of following your own path, and so much more. Andia's enthusiasm and passion for her work is absolutely contagious; you're in for a treat.This episode is brought to you by Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. 2021 marks the 50th Anniversary of FAU Harbor Branch's relentless pursuit of Ocean Science for a Better World®. Located in Fort Pierce, Florida, FAU Harbor Branch's cutting-edge research focuses on five major areas: marine ecosystem conservation, aquaculture, the connection between ocean and human health, technological innovation and national defense. During my time at HB as part of the undergraduate Semester By the Sea program, I learned so much about the ocean and what it takes to become a good scientist. The programs and opportunities offered at FAU Harbor Branch have continued to swell since! To learn more, and how you can get involved, please visit www.fau.edu/hboi.Show Notes: marinebio.life/77Support the show (http://patreon.com/marinebiolife)

The queen conch (Strombus gigas) is a culinary staple and key protein source for people all over the Caribbean. Unfortunately, their historic abundance has been affected by overfishing and climate change. In the newest episode of the Conch Podcast, we learn how one woman is galvanizing collaborations and advancing science to save this iconic species through restoration and conch farming—one farm at a time.    Julie is joined by Dr. Megan Davis, a conch farmer and Research Professor of Aquaculture and Stock Enhancement at the Florida Atlantic University, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, Her mission is to establish a conch farm in every country in the Caribbean in collaboration with the fishermen and communities that depend on this incredible animal for subsistence and livelihoods. Episode Transcript Episode Guide :00 Intro 01:07 Why this podcast is named after the iconic shellfish, the conch 03:00 The Queen Conch Lab's grand vision is to have a conch farm in every Caribbean country to grow this culturally iconic species and keystone vegan herbivore! 4:54 While the conch's shell is a natural fortress, they have some predators  6:19 Conch have been overfished and are susceptible to the effects of climate change; Also, ever wonder about how the conch reproduce? Megan shares how! 9:46 The Queen Conch Lab grows conch to release back into the wild to restore their population. The young conch lead a pretty pampered life. 12:14 Conch and oysters, both shellfish and molluscs, are similarly farmed, however what happens after metamorphosis is where they differ (bivalves filter feed and conch graze on seagrass, like manatees!) 15:15 Building trust with local communities and conch fishermen in the Caribbean is key to achieving the Queen Conch Lab's grand vision 20:53 Who eats conch and what is their importance to local food security? 24:52 Best kept secret: CONCH CAN GROW BEAUTIFUL PINK PEARLS!  29:59 Megan's journey as a conch farmer and scientist started with meeting her first conch at the age of 16 and has lead her to become adept at plumbing - a requirement of the job  37:20 Does being a woman make working with fishing communities easier?  40:46 Megan's 3 pieces of advice for women in seafood and STEM Resources:  Check out @queenconchlab on Instagram and conchaquaculture.org to learn more than you would have ever dreamed about conch aquaculture for restoration and conservation. Make sure to recommend this episode to anyone you think might care about the future of our ocean and women working in the sector.  The Conch Podcast series is a program of Seafood and Gender Equality (SAGE) and made possible by generous funding from The David and Lucile Packard Foundation. Audio production, engineering, editing, mixing, and sound design by Crystal Sanders-Alvarado for Seaworthy. Original music provided by Satan's Pilgrims.

Steve Burton has what most people would consider to be the dream job. As the Director of the Marine Mammal and Stranding Assessment program at Harbor Branch, Steve's job is to work with dolphins and whales. In addition to responding to animals in distress, he also gets to conduct population assessments, the scientific way of describing going out on the boat to look for dolphins and whales. He's also lived in, arguably, the three best beach states in the US- California, Hawaii, and now Florida- and it all started by saying “yes” to a flyer posted on a billboard. In this episode, we chat about the hilarious difference between training dolphins and seals, how to identify individual dolphins, and what his field work really looks like. There's a couple of spots where he mentions great ways for you to get involved, so be sure to keep an ear out for those.This episode is brought to you by Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. 2021 marks the 50th Anniversary of FAU Harbor Branch's relentless pursuit of Ocean Science for a Better World®. Located in Fort Pierce, Florida, FAU Harbor Branch's cutting-edge research focuses on five major areas: marine ecosystem conservation, aquaculture, the connection between ocean and human health, technological innovation and national defense. During my time at HB as part of the undergraduate Semester By the Sea program, I learned so much about the ocean and what it takes to become a good scientist. The programs and opportunities offered at FAU Harbor Branch have continued to swell since! To learn more, and how you can get involved, please visit www.fau.edu/hboi.Show notes: marinebio.life/73Support the show (http://patreon.com/marinebiolife)

Jim Sullivan has had a fascinating career starting with the smallest, and quite possibly the mightiest, organism in the sea, phytoplankton. From doing ground-breaking scientific research, including anti-submarine warfare research, to inventing new oceanographic equipment to leading an oceanographic institute, Jim has had quite the diverse career. In this episode, Jim shares some amazing insights into marine science and the world in general, and he shares how he affected legislative changes that had some pretty big trickle down effects. We also chat about what true science really means, and why sometimes it can be really challenging to do. Jim also has one of the craziest sea stories I've ever heard, so stay tuned for that.This episode is brought to you by Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. 2021 marks the 50th Anniversary of FAU Harbor Branch's relentless pursuit of Ocean Science for a Better World®. Located in Fort Pierce, Florida, FAU Harbor Branch's cutting-edge research focuses on five major areas: marine ecosystem conservation, aquaculture, the connection between ocean and human health, technological innovation and national defense. During my time at HB as part of the undergraduate Semester By the Sea program, I learned so much about the ocean and what it takes to become a good scientist. The programs and opportunities offered at FAU Harbor Branch have continued to swell since! To learn more, and how you can get involved, please visit www.fau.edu/hboi.Show Notes: marinebio.life/71Support the show (http://patreon.com/marinebiolife)

This week, Peter Ravella and Tyler Buckingham welcome Dr. James Sullivan back to the show to discuss the condition of Florida's harmful algal blooms, most notably Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) and Karenia brevis (red tide). Dr. James Sullivan — nicknamed "Dr. Doom of the Algal Bloom" by his wife — is a leading algal researcher and Executive Director of Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. He currently serves on the Governor's Blue-Green Algae Task Force, especially has the state looks to a warmer and wetter future, conditions that many believe will worsen blooms and their impacts. He walks us through the science, the risks, and how to understand our changing coastal waters. Great show only on ASPN!

What does it look like when a sea turtle gets cancer? How does a virus cause cancer? Tune in as Dr. Annie Page-Karjian from Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute answers these questions and more on this week's episode of Aquadocs. Toxin Manuscript: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmars.2020.00630/full?utm_source=fweb&utm_medium=nblog&utm_campaign=ba-sci-fmars-stranded-cetaceans

In 2018, Florida suffered through the worst harmful algal bloom in recent decades. Millions of fish died, washed ashore, and the "stink, stank, stunk" up the beaches and ran off the tourists. Red Tide and Blue-Green were awash on both the Gulf and Atlantic shorelines with toxic aerosols filling the air and fouling the water in many communities. Dolphins, manatees and even a few whale sharks succumbed to the dastardly blooms. And, coastal businesses dependent on tourism -- like hotels, fishing guides, restaurants and bars -- fared poorly too. Millions of dollars in business profits and local taxes evaporated into the stink-filled air. Dr. James Sullivan -- nicknamed "Dr. Doom of the Algal Bloom" by his wife -- is a leading algal researcher and Executive Director of Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. He is also the boss of the newly formed Florida Center for Coastal & Human Health at FAU and was recently appointed to the Governor's Blue-Green Algae Task Force. Florida is looking to science to tackle the menace of harmful algal blooms, a good move, and you can hear first hand from one of the experts. many believe the blooms will continue and may get worse and, if so, tough choices are ahead for Florida and other coastal states. He walks us through the science, the risks, and how to understand our changing coastal waters. Great show. Only on the American Shoreline Podcast Network.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to catch a fish? How about SIX HUNDRED of them? Today’s guest has done just that. We’re chatting with Dr. Gabby Barbarite, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute’s Director of Outreach and Engagement, and expert fisherwoman. She caught 600 fish one by one, to learn the patterns of a flesh eating bacteria, and to help educate the public on the waters they swim in. In this episode, Gabby dives into her PhD research, how she became a marine microbiologist, and her time aboard the Johnson Sealink Submersible. For more links and full show notes, please visit https://marinebio.life/9Support the show (http://patreon.com/marinebiolife)

Dr. Edith Widder is Co-Founder, CEO, and Senior Scientist at the Ocean Research & Conservation Association (ORCA), a scientific based conservation nonprofit. ORCA aims to find upstream solutions to the pollution problems that are plaguing our oceans. They use science-based approaches to determine where pollution is coming from and what can be done to stop it. When Edie isn’t doing science, she loves immersing herself in nature through hiking and kayaking. She also enjoys visiting museums, especially art museums. Edie received a BS in Biology from Tufts University and worked as a Laboratory Technician at Harvard Medical School before enrolling in graduate school. She attended UC, Santa Barbara where she earned a MS in biochemistry and a PhD in Neurobiology. Prior to founding ORCA, Edie worked for 16 years as a senior scientist at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. Edie has received numerous awards and honors throughout her career, including a MacArthur Fellowship, the 2018 Explorers Club Citation of Merit, Induction into the Women Diver’s Hall of Fame, and Certifications as a research pilot for single-person submersibles, including wasp, Deep Rover, and Deep Worker. Edie also has the honor of having her underwater images featured on seven of the ten recently released bioluminescence stamps from the U.S. Postal Service. In our interview, Edie shares more about her life and science.

Brian Lapointe, a research professor at Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, has devoted his scientific career to studying water quality issues for more than three decades. Lapointe has presented his findings before the Florida Legislature and numerous local and state executive agencies. He recently talked about his work in an interview with G.B. Crawford.

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About the Lecture As part of the Florida Shelf Edge Exploration (FLOSEE II) cruise, two Spray gliders operated by Harbor Branch’s Ocean Visibility and Optics Lab in collaboration with Bluefin Robotics were deployed for several months at Pulley Ridge. These glider deployments allowed large scale measurement of water quality parameters above the coral reef and the surrounding waters in support of the cruise objectives. About the Speaker Dr. Fraser Dalgleish is an Assistant Research Professor with Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University. He holds a B.Eng in Electronics and Electrical Engineering from The University of Edinburgh (UK), and an M.Sc in Ocean Engineering and Ph.D. in Ocean Engineering, both from Cranfield University (UK). He joined Harbor Branch over six years ago and established the Ocean Visibility and Optics Laboratory in 2006. Over the last ten years, his research and development activities have focused on the application of lasers and unmanned marine vehicles to develop new undersea robotic imaging and networking capabilities. The longer term goal of this work is to further develop and apply these novel approaches to operational oceanography to provide otherwise unobtainable data products and other new capabilities to marine scientists. For the last two years, he has been chair for the Underwater Imaging Committee of the Marine Technology Society.

About the Lecture As part of the Florida Shelf Edge Exploration (FLOSEE II) cruise, two Spray gliders operated by Harbor Branch’s Ocean Visibility and Optics Lab in collaboration with Bluefin Robotics were deployed for several months at Pulley Ridge. These glider deployments allowed large scale measurement of water quality parameters above the coral reef and the surrounding waters in support of the cruise objectives. About the Speaker Dr. Fraser Dalgleish is an Assistant Research Professor with Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University. He holds a B.Eng in Electronics and Electrical Engineering from The University of Edinburgh (UK), and an M.Sc in Ocean Engineering and Ph.D. in Ocean Engineering, both from Cranfield University (UK). He joined Harbor Branch over six years ago and established the Ocean Visibility and Optics Laboratory in 2006. Over the last ten years, his research and development activities have focused on the application of lasers and unmanned marine vehicles to develop new undersea robotic imaging and networking capabilities. The longer term goal of this work is to further develop and apply these novel approaches to operational oceanography to provide otherwise unobtainable data products and other new capabilities to marine scientists. For the last two years, he has been chair for the Underwater Imaging Committee of the Marine Technology Society.