Meet Samantha Clements! Sam is one of the newest members of the Smith Lab and she’s adjusted swimmingly from undergraduate researcher to Master’s student in the course of the summer. Check out her blog post and see how she’s enjoying the transition.
Communicating Ocean Acidification in Bodega Bay
What happens to all of the carbon dioxide that is released into the air from our cars and factories? This is a question that concerns many people these days, particularly scientists like myself that are interested in studying the effects of increased CO2 on our marine animals.
A Tropical Oasis for Global Change Research
Just back from her latest research excursion, PhD student Maggie Johnson talks about her experience at Palmyra Atoll, an amazing research opportunity for any marine biologist. Read more to find out why!
Na Hoku
Levi Lewis shares his luck by showing us some rare species he managed to capture on film from the reefs in Maui, Hawaii. For some of us, this may be the only glimpse we’ll ever get of these cute creatures!
[de] Construction at Ukumehame
Levi Lewis, a PhD student in the Smith Lab, does a lot of research on the beautiful island of Maui. But as the years go by he’s seen a lot of changes that have significantly affected the beautiful and thriving coral reefs.
6 AM: Not Just for Sleeping
Alex Neu, an undergraduate student from California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB), worked in the Smith Lab throughout the entire summer. Experiencing all the aspects of a marine scientist, he describes what motivates him to continue to pursue this rewarding career path.
Trying to Defy the Laws of Physics in the Name of Science
PhD student Jill Harris talks about her daunting challenge – packing lab supplies for their upcoming field experiment in Palmyra!
Check out how she and fellow lab mate Maggie Johnson head into battle.
When is a Marine Biologist like a Geometry Student?
Jill Harris, a PhD student in the Smith Lab, reminds us that, unfortunately, being marine biologist doesn’t mean we’re exempt from geometry. What we do for research. =)
Disgustingly… Awesome – A Look at Coral Spawning
PhD student Levi Lewis isn’t the only one getting busy in Maui, Hawaii. While working on Kapalua, a county located on the island of Maui, he witnessed a perhaps slightly disturbing but totally awesome site – nature at its finest.
Looking Back at ICRS 2012
The International Coral Reef Symposium may be over, but the memories and knowledge taken from the experience will continue to remain with the Smith Lab members. A few members share some of their most rewarding experiences they had down in Carins, Australia.