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VIMS After Hours Lecture – Ghost Forests of the Chesapeake Bay
April 30, 2020 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FreeGhost forests consist of dead trees adjacent to marshes, and are a striking feature of low-lying areas of the Chesapeake Bay. Dr. Matt Kirwan will present his research on the topic, which shows that ghost forests are a prominent indicator of sea level rise. His work has been featured by TIME, CNN, and The New York Times. Though ghost forests are a stark reminder of land that was dry and useable just a generation ago, Dr. Kirwan will also explain how they are a surprising sign of ecological resilience in times of rapid change.Â
This is the April installment of the 2020 After Hours Lecture Series. Reservations to this free, public lecture series are required due to limited space. After Hours lectures are designed for an adult audience. Assisted listening devices are available for use. Go to https://events.wm.edu/event/view/vims/116090 or call 804-684-7061 for further information.
Live stream available. See VIMS Event website for more details.