We have a special seminar on Wednesday 9/10 at 3:30 in room 1214 Jordan Hall Addition, hosted by Dean Owen. This may be of particular interest to those with an interest in marine science / marine biology and sustainability.
Speaker – Juan Pablo Muñoz-Pérez, Research Scientist and Professor, Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ)-Galápagos Campus (host – Dean Lewis Owen) (in person only)
Seminar Title – Galápagos and the Plastic Problem: Impacts and Health Metrics on a Unique Vertebrate Fauna
Abstract – This seminar explores groundbreaking research that offers the first detailed insight into the intersection of wildlife health and plastic pollution in the Galápagos Islands. Using state-of-the-art health metrics and ecological assessments, the study reveals how pervasive plastic contamination from macro debris to microplastics is affecting some of the world’s most iconic vertebrate species, including marine iguanas, giant tortoises, and sea turtles. Findings underscore the urgent need for integrative conservation strategies in the face of mounting environmental threats.