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research and experiences in marine science.
These are stories from our community that connect and inspire us.
Shark Week Presents: Melissa Marquez
Today on Shark Week Presents we’ve got another badass woman in shark science for you! Introducing Melissa Marquez, shark biologist, PhD student and podcaster. Keep reading to find out why sharks are a misunderstood predator and what it’s like to be bitten by a crocodile…
There’s Shark in My Cosmetics?!
Many cosmetics manufacturers guarantee that their products are cruelty-free. However, there still is an ugly truth behind many beauty and skincare products. People may not know that numerous cosmetics contain animal-derived ingredients, one being Squalene.
Shark Week: Changing Fear to Respect
It’s finally Shark Week! This week social media and TV will be saturated with images and videos that portray sharks in a very specific way; as a fearsome creature of the sea.
World Oceans Day
You know how they say another mans trash is another mans treasure? Well… the same can’t be said for our oceans. This year for World Oceans Day Girls in Ocean Science partnered with Ocean Mimic to host a bunch of beach clean-up events all over the world! Were you at one of them??
To STEM, or to Communicate Science… That is the Question!
“Nothing in science has any value unless it is communicated” - right? This week, GOS editor, Dana, talks about her journey into science communication and finding that balance between being a scientist and a communicator.
Hannah Rudd - From Whale Sharks to NGO's
Hannah Rudd is an ambitious marine biologist, and can’t wait to share her story with you!
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