Is your seafood an endangered species?
The next installment of the Eat, Think, and Be Merry! (ETBM) Science Café series is “Endangered Species or Seafood?” featuring Dr. Beth Babcock (RSMAS – U. of Miami).
The Bookstore (3399 Virginia Street) will host this event on Monday, May 17 at 7 pm.
When the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) banned the ivory trade, elephants were saved from extinction. Can CITES do the same for bluefin tuna, porbeagle sharks, sturgeons and other species that have been overfished or would CITES listing just make matters worse? Dr. Babcock will discuss the controversy over CITES listings of fished species, and what can be done to manage fisheries sustainably.
ETBM provides a casual environment in which people can learn about ongoing marine research and discuss ocean issues, particularly as they relate to Florida. No science background necessary. Things will start off with an introduction of the featured guest scientist, who will speak briefly about his topic. Then there is a break for five minutes to allow folks to fill up their beverages or talk to their neighbors. This gives people time to think about the talk and formulate their questions. Next the floor is opened up for questions and a discussion. The speaker and interested attendees are welcome to enjoy a beer or glass of wine as long as they like, after the formal discussion is over.
To get updates on ETBM events, please join our Eat, Think, and Be Merry! Science Café facebook group or email adymscorrea@gmail.com
The Bookstore (3399 Virginia Street) will host this event on Monday, May 17 at 7 pm.
When the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) banned the ivory trade, elephants were saved from extinction. Can CITES do the same for bluefin tuna, porbeagle sharks, sturgeons and other species that have been overfished or would CITES listing just make matters worse? Dr. Babcock will discuss the controversy over CITES listings of fished species, and what can be done to manage fisheries sustainably.ETBM provides a casual environment in which people can learn about ongoing marine research and discuss ocean issues, particularly as they relate to Florida. No science background necessary. Things will start off with an introduction of the featured guest scientist, who will speak briefly about his topic. Then there is a break for five minutes to allow folks to fill up their beverages or talk to their neighbors. This gives people time to think about the talk and formulate their questions. Next the floor is opened up for questions and a discussion. The speaker and interested attendees are welcome to enjoy a beer or glass of wine as long as they like, after the formal discussion is over.
To get updates on ETBM events, please join our Eat, Think, and Be Merry! Science Café facebook group or email adymscorrea@gmail.com
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