Our oceans are taking in too much carbon dioxide (CO₂), which is changing marine life and ecosystems. My work looks at ways to remove some of this CO₂ by accelerating natural processes in the ocean, like adding locally sourced limestone to seagrass beds. In addition to laboratory studies, I also take this research underwater, using diving to see how it works in the real world. By studying these ideas in natural environments, I’m exploring new ways we might protect our oceans from climate change.
Research keyword/s: Oceans, seagrass
About the BEAKER STREET ROVING SCIENTIST PROGRAM
Each August, hundreds of Roving Scientists descend upon Hobart, filling up pubs and chatting to strangers as part of Beaker Street Festival. Discover a new world down the lens of microscope, and joining the least-boring bar conversations you’ve ever heard and these free (the chats – not the drinks) events.
For Scientists, Beaker Street’s Roving Scientist Program offers an excellent outreach, professional development, and networking opportunity. It’s the nerdiest and funnest way to share your research with the public, expand your network, and be inspired by leaders in all sectors of science and science communication.
