Thursday, 16 January 2025
from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
SCIENCE TALK: SEAGRASS
Location: The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center
Join us as experts from the Center, the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi and Convention on Migratory Species share their insights on the importance of seagrass ecosystems' research and conservation in Abu Dhabi and beyond.
Entrance is free. Spots are limited. Registration is required through the form below.
AGENDA
6:30PM
6:30PM - 7:00PM
7:00PM - 7:20PM
7:20PM - 7:35PM
7:35PM - 7:50PM
Introduction note
6:30PM - 7:00PM
Dr Hung Nguyen (YSWRR) – Seagrasses – the unsung superheroes from the coastal environment
7:00PM - 7:20PM
Noura Al Mansouri (EAD) – Blades Beneath the Waves : The Science and Conservation of Abu Dhabi’s Seagrass
7:20PM - 7:35PM
Dr. Abdelmenam Mohamed (CMS Dugong-MoU) – 2030 Seagrass Breakthrough - Harnessing the potential of seagrass as a Nature-based Solution (NbS) for climate, biodiversity and people
7:35PM - 7:50PM