The deep ocean is one of the most remote and inaccessible places on Earth, but it is home to some of the most bizarre and wondrous creatures. Primeval sponges, with skeletons made of glass, occur in large aggregations in the deep-sea. These animals live in symbiosis with a large variety of microbes, and fulfill important ecosystem functions together with their microscopic partners.
We humans rely heavily on technological advancements to be able to generate and access data and knowledge of the deep ocean and its microbes. In this talk Kathrin will discuss how modern technology, such as robotics, molecular approaches, software developments, and interactive visualizations, can help to gain and share knowledge on deep-sea microbiomes.
We will discuss emergent technological ideas how to monitor the integrity and resilience of deep-ocean microbial ecosystems with respect to changing environmental conditions. Furthermore, we will have a look at how digital formats may help to compose a holistic picture and understanding of deep-sea microbiomes. In this talk Kathrin will also highlight the power of interactive visualizations to connect humans with remote places such as the deep ocean, and with its miraculous creatures such as sponges and their microbes.
During our journey through the deep ocean, Kathrin will not only discuss science but also share her personal take on becoming and being a female ocean researcher working with technology.
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Julia Stüwe (Institut für Medienforschung)
ocean.mentoring@uni-rostock.de