Wed 3/4 @ 7PM
The state of our oceans is critical to the state of our environment. While this seems to be of marginal interest to some of our elected officials, it absorbs scientists such as Dr. Michael W. Beck, who is a research professor at the Institute of Marine Sciences at the University of California, Santa Cruz. His work revolves around conserving our coastlines to reduce the risk of storm surges and flooding and their impact on communities, incorporating ecology, engineering and economics.
Beck will be speaking at Kent State University at Start’s Science & Nursing Building, Auditorium 101. You will not find any climate denial or attempt to “both sides” the science for political purposes.
“Even though Stark County is a long way from the ocean, it’s important that we generate an interest in ocean biodiversity, especially as threats to that biodiversity continue to increase,” says KSU/Stark assistant professor of biological sciences Greg Smith. “There is great value in the preservation of our natural ecosystems that buffer our coastlines from damaging storms, for example. Understanding what we are losing is crucial to creating sustainable solutions for the future.”
The lecture is free and open to the public. No tickets or reservations are required.
kent.edu/stark/news/renowned-marine-scientist-michael-beck-discuss-coastal-conservation
North Canton, OH 44720