Online Lecture: The Secret Life of Plankton

From tiny glowing creatures to giant sunfish, plankton come in all shapes and sizes — and they’re found in every ocean, from the Arctic to the Antarctic. Join marine biologist and polar expedition guide Amanda Hunter for an intriguing look at the surprising world of the ocean’s drifting life forms. In this lecture, you’ll learn how these incredible organisms help produce the air we breathe, support some of the largest creatures on our planet and even play an integral role in regulating Earth’s climate. Discover the hidden world of plankton, teeming with life and wonder beneath the waves.

Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and a reminder email one week and one day before, as well as the morning of the event with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.