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Mote-ivational Science Lectures — Mote Science Education Aquarium
January 05 - January 26, 2026 See All DatesNew year, new Mote-ivational Science Lectures! 🔬 🐟
Mote-ivational Science Lectures are back, and we've expanded them in both size and scope, adding—for the very first time—a new series at Mote Science Education Aquarium.
Listen as Mote scientists take the stage to share their latest findings, innovations and fieldwork — from coral reef research and marine animal health to red-tide breakthroughs, sustainable fisheries and so much more.
This season’s lectures will take place in Venice, Sarasota, and Boca Grande, allowing us to share our research throughout Southwest Florida!
📍Mote Science Education Aquarium Lectures will take place in person at Mote SEA and virtually via Zoom. Attendees are invited to enjoy a pre-lecture reception at 5:00 p.m., featuring light refreshments, and lectures begin at 6:00 p.m.
🌟 Monday, January 5, 2026 – Dr. Kirstie Tandberg Francis – Mote Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Marine Molecular Microbiology
🌟 Monday, January 12, 2026 – Dr. Erinn Muller – Associate Vice President for Research, Program Manager for Coral Health & Disease, and Senior Scientist
🌟 Monday, January 19, 2026 – Dr. Jake Lasala – Staff Scientist & Program Manager, Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Program
🌟 Monday, January 26, 2026 – Dr. Ryan Schloesser – Senior Scientist & Program Manager, Fisheries Ecology & Enhancement Program
For the full lineup of this season’s lectures, please visit mote.org/lecture
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