This is an official virtual panel discussion with technical experts about the 15th annual State of the St. Johns River report describing the health of the Lower St. Johns River Basin.
The report looks at the current status and historic trends for a number of river health indicators, including aquatic life, water quality, fisheries and contaminants. The report is funded by the Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board. Jacksonville University leads the scientific team that prepares the report. The virtual presentation will be produced by WJCT Public Media.
MODERATOR
Dr. Gretchen Bielmyer-Fraser
Professor of Chemistry, JU
PANELISTS
Dr. Charles E. Closmann
Assoc. Professor of History, UNF
Topic – Background & Guide for the General Public
Dr. Gretchen Bielmyer-Fraser
Professor of Chemistry, JU
Topic – Water Quality
Dr. Dale Casamatta
Professor of Biology, UNF
Topic – Algae Blooms
Dr. William Penwell
Assoc. Professor of Biology, JU
Topic – Fecal Bacteria
Dr. Gerry Pinto
Assoc. Research Scientist, JU
Topic – Aquatic Life
Dr. Gretchen Bielmyer-Fraser
Professor of Chemistry, JU
Topic – Contaminants Overview
Dr. Brian Zoellner
Assoc. Professor of Foundations & Secondary Education, UNF
Topic – Educational Outreach
When
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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