See how scientists are using miniaturized satellite tracking devices to learn about the secret life of juvenile sea turtles as they embark on an incredible journey around the Atlantic

by Kate Manseld, Ph.D., Associate Professor, University of Central Florida

Jan 7

Sea turtles aren’t Florida’s only special turtles! Discover the surprising role that gopher tortoises – the ultimate animal landlords – play in the health of Florida’s ecosystems

by Jon Moore, Ph.D., Professor, Florida Atlantic University

Jan 28

Learn about the rare and endangered fish species that call the St. Lucie River home, and how years of polluted freshwater discharge are threatening their existence.

by Grant Gilmore, Ph.D., Senior Research Scientist, Estuarine Coastal and Ocean Science, Inc.Feb 4

The Indian River Lagoon and St. Lucie River are in trouble! Get an update on last year’s cyanobacteria blooms and Lake Okeechobee discharges, and find out what the future holds for fixing these problems.

by Mark Perry, Executive Director, Florida Oceanographic Society

Feb 11

Find out how the Treasure Coast got its nickname by exploring the story of the 1715 Spanish treasure fleet that wrecked on our shores during a hurricane more than 300 years ago.

by Ron Frazer, Professor of History, Indian River State College

Feb 18

Dive in to learn more about goliath grouper and the important roles these gentle giants play on Treasure Coast reefs and wrecks.

by Chris Stallings, Ph.D., Associate Professor, University of South Florida Mar 4

Join a NASA biologist to see how technology is being used to track sharks and gamefish in and around the vast protected area surrounding the Kennedy Space Center complex.

by Eric Reyier, Ph.D., Fisheries Biologist, Kennedy Space Center Ecological Program

Mar 11

With the Indian River Lagoon under relentless environmental attack, see how ongoing research is linking human health, marine mammal health, and environmental health in our watery backyard.

by Adam Schaefer, M.P.H., Epidemiologist, Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute

Mar 18

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