VIRTUAL EVENTS

Join EarthEcho International for a STEM-tastic conversation about dolphin behavior and acoustics with Dr. Morgan Martin, Marine Scientist, University of Southern Denmark. Morgan is a visiting scientist at the University of Southern Denmark. She has an MSc in Marine Science from the University of San Diego, California, and a BSc in Biology from the University of New Orleans, Louisiana. Morgan recently finished her PhD in Zoology at the University of Pretoria in South Africa. From 2015 - March 2019, she was based in Namibia, southern Africa, conducting her PhD research on the underwater acoustics of two species of wild African dolphins: Heaviside’s dolphins and dusky dolphins. She specializes in using underwater acoustics to estimate cetacean abundance and to study animal behavior.

Join EarthEcho International and Maine Sea Grant Marine Extension Associate, Jaclyn Robidoux as we learn all about seaweed aquaculture (farming). This live, interactive 45-minute event will allow you and your students to ask questions from our expert and guest host Jaclyn. She works to develop the seaweed sector in Maine, with an emphasis on sustainable seaweed production, post-harvest processing, and product development. Learn how Jaclyn works closely with coastal organizations, researchers, sea farmers, and resource managers on issues pertaining to seaweed fisheries and aquaculture.

Join EarthEcho International for a STEM-tastic conversation about marine science and fisheries conservation with Dr. Karlisa Callwood, Director, Community Conservation Action Program at Perry Institute for Marine Science. Dr. Karlisa Callwood is a marine scientist and educator who focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to evaluating fisheries and conservation management. Her interests include establishing practices to enhance science education, particularly from those from undeserved communities, and enhancing strategies to better bridge the gaps that exist between scientists, policymakers, and the public through informal science learning and interdisciplinary approaches. Karlisa’s current research is focused on the socio-economic dynamics and fishery perceptions of an emerging parrotfish fishery in The Bahamas.

Join EarthEcho International for a STEM-tastic conversation about national security and engineering with Karin Clarkson, Program Manager at U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Ms. Karin Clarkson has served theFederal Government in various capacities supporting acquisition programs for over 20 years. Ms. Clarkson is a Program Manager at in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) office for Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD). She is responsible for acquisition planning and execution of several programs that enable operational partners to promote readiness for chemical, biological radiological nuclear or heath security threats. At CWMD, Ms. Clarkson supports operators by providing information, equipment and expertise to the frontline personnel who protect the Nation. Ms. Clarkson is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E) in the commonwealth of Virginia and holds a Master of Science degree in SystemsEngineering from the John’s Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the George Washington University.

Join EarthEcho and Pinellas County Utilities as we learn more about wastewater treatment in Florida. Explore the ins and outs of wastewater management including how debris chemicals, nutrients, and bacteria are removed from water and more!

Join EarthEcho International for a STEM-tastic conversation about marine conservation and marine mammals with Brittany Novick, Marine Conservation Biologist, National Marine Mammal Foundation. Brittany is a marine conservation biologist for the NMMF and is on the veterinary hospital team at the U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program serving as the clinical diagnostic coordinator. Brittany assists with conservation medicine research as well, and is on the administration team for her community education and outreach team.

Join EarthEcho International and Jenna Hartley from NC State University as we learn all about plastics in our oceans. Learn what impact they have, where they come from, and what you can do to help this global problem!

Join EarthEcho International for a STEM-tastic conversation about coastal ecology and biogeochemistry with Dr. Ashley Smyth, Assistant Professor, University of Florida. Dr. Ashley Smyth studies water quality and nutrient cycles in coastal habitats, like oyster reefs, mangroves, and seagrass beds. Ashley's interest in biogeochemistry began after an undergrad research experience, where she realized the impact human activities have on nutrient cycles and she really enjoy being covered in mud. Her research is centered on understanding how coastal habitats, such as oyster reefs, salt marshes and seagrass beds, process and remove nutrients and how human activities alter this ecosystem function.

Join EarthEcho International for a STEM-tastic conversation about sea turtle and shark biology and ecology with Carlee Jackson, Graduate Student and Sea Turtle Specialist, Nova Southeastern University and Gumbo Limbo Nature Center. Carlee Jackson received her Bachelors of Science in Biology at Florida Atlantic University in 2016, where she was also a Division I NCAA swimmer. She currently is a graduate student pursuing her Master’s in Marine Biology at Nova Southeastern University (NSU), where she is completing research for her thesis titled, “Examining the effects of provisioning tourism on nurse sharks in Caye Caulker, Belize.” She is also a Marine Turtle Specialist at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, conducting sea turtle nesting surveys along Boca Raton beaches, as well as assisting with medical procedures and husbandry in the sea turtle rehabilitation center. Originally from Detroit, MI, Carlee moved to South Florida during her undergraduate studies. When she has some free time, she likes to go SCUBA diving or snorkeling at nearby reefs and wrecks.

Join EarthEcho International for a STEM-tastic conversation about conservation management with Tyrah Cobb-Davis, Chesapeake Conservation Corps Member at Frederick County Office of Sustainability and Environmental Resources. She works specifically with Frederick County Office of Sustainability and Environmental Resources (OSER). At OSER, Tyrah assists with stormwater management practices through data collection and implementation, in addition to promoting sustainability initiatives. Tyrah is a recent graduate from Randolph College where she studied Environmental Science and had minors in engineering and math. Tyrah had many internships and research opportunities during her undergraduate career that helped shape her professional path, ultimately leading her to the Chesapeake Conservation Corps program.