The other day I received a slightly disconcerting text message from my cousin regarding Shark Week. She has two young kids one age 6 and…
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Category: Education
The Real Shark Week: Diving in with oceanic whitetips
Discovery Channel’s Shark Week kicked off with a *fake* documentary about sharks, and under normal circumstances this would sink me into a big blue pit of bummer.…
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TGIF: Well if the glass slipper fits…
Now I have seen my fair share of utterly fabulous hermit crab shells, but this specific fashion choice takes the cake. We are talking along…
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From coast to canvas: The art of biological illustration
They say, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” As cliche as it is, that phrase could not resonate more clearly for this visual learner…
View More From coast to canvas: The art of biological illustrationOutreach, the academic formula, and the need for critical examination
COMPASS recently published a commentary in PLOS Biology on the journey from science outreach to meaningful engagement. This post attempts to synthesize a series of reactions, reflections, and…
View More Outreach, the academic formula, and the need for critical examinationAn Introduction to Social Media for Scientists, now in PLoS Biology
Science is defined by expertise. We researchers are constantly trying to expand our own knowledge, or collaborate with those who can contribute the necessary skills. Unfortunately,…
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Where’s the cream filling?
That’s pretty much the first question I ask myself when starting any sea beastie dissection. Sadly, I have yet to encounter a cream-filled critter, but…
View More Where’s the cream filling?Extra, Extra! Getcha bookmarks ready and keep track of Deep-sea research!
Exciting things have been happening in the Deep-sea community these past few years – we’re gaining online momentum! My bookmarks are filling up with more…
View More Extra, Extra! Getcha bookmarks ready and keep track of Deep-sea research!The Environmental (Dis)Connection
1.01 billion users. Damn…that Zuckerberg guy really hit gold with the whole “Facebook” thing didn’t he? What is it about Facebook though? What makes…
View More The Environmental (Dis)ConnectionHell yeah! “I’m a climate scientist” An epic rap.
What happens when non-scientists continually distort the facts on climate change? Climate scientists fight back with this amazing angry rap video! Featuring real climate scientists…
View More Hell yeah! “I’m a climate scientist” An epic rap.