Mote’s popular lecture series offers the opportunity to listen to Mote scientists as they share their latest findings, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health to red-tide breakthroughs, sustainable fisheries and so much more.
Mote SEA lectures
Mote Science Education Aquarium Lectures will take place in person within Exploration Hall at Mote Science Education Aquarium. Attendees are invited to enjoy a pre-lecture reception at 5:00 p.m., and participate in a Q&A with the scientists afterwards. Lectures begin at 6:00 p.m. and are live-streamed for those who cannot attend in person.
- Monday, April 6, 2026 – Toxic Tides: Marine Science Research from Contaminant Detection to Health Protection — Dr. Jennifer Toyoda – Program manager, Ecotoxicology Program
- Monday, April 13, 2026 – From Science to Shoreline: Growing Seagrass That Can Handle the Heat — Dr. Dominique Gallery – Seagrass Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Seagrass Ecosystem Research & Restoration
- Monday, April 20, 2026 – Connecting for Conservation: New Discoveries in Pelagic Ray Biology and Ecology while building Global Capacity — Kim Bassos-Hull – Senior Biologist, Sharks & Rays Conservation Research Program
- Monday, April 27, 2026 – Innovations in Aquaculture Pathways to Resilient Food Systems — Dr. Nicole Rhody – Senior Scientist & Program Manager, Marine & Freshwater Aquaculture Research Program
Virtual Mote SEA Lecture Tickets
Thank you to our Mote SEA series sponsors:
Michael and Karen Nameth
