French Science Festival - Exploring Ocean Science @ HKUST

2024-09-30

On the occasion of the French Science Festival on “Oceans of knowledge”, the Department of Ocean Science, HKUST, will organize a handful of activities to involve the public, particularly students, in the world of marine and ocean science. Join us to discover the department’s research, facilities, and educational programs, while being immersed in the marine environment. 

You are welcome to our upcoming Public Talks series, where we will explore engaging topics presented by esteemed speakers in the field. This is a good opportunity to gain insight, ask questions, and engage with experts.

Talks on 6 Oct 2024 (Sunday)

Topics Speaker Date/Time/Venue
Beneath the Surface: Diving Deep to Uncover Climate Change

Prof. Alex WYATT,

Assistant Professor, Department of Ocean Science, HKUST

6 Oct 2024 (Sunday)

09:30 am - 10:30 am @ LT-B

What's the periodic table got to do with plankton

Prof. Qiong ZHANG,

Assistant Professor, Department of Ocean Science, HKUST

6 Oct 2024 (Sunday)

01:45 pm - 02:45 pm @ LT-B

Talks on 7 Oct 2024 (Monday)

Topics Speaker Date/Time/Venue
AI and System Design for Marine Challenges

Prof. Sai Kit YEUNG,

Professor, Department of Ocean Science and Division of Integrative Systems & Design, HKUST

7 Oct 2024 (Monday)

09:30 am - 10:30 am @ LT-D

Film Screening and Talk

Ms. Marine Thomas

Associate Director of Conservation, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) Hong Kong

Dr. Bayden Dwight RUSSELL

Associate Professor, Swire Institute of Marine Science and Area of Ecology and Biodiversity, HKU

Mr. Adam JANIKOWSKI

Head, Explorers Club Hong Kong Chapter

6 Oct 2024 (Sunday)

01:00 pm - 02:35 pm @ Tsang Shiu Tim Art Hall

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