Hot Science – Cool Talks: How Will Coral Reefs Survive Global Change?

Dr. Jordan Casey will take you on a deep dive into the colorful world of coral reefs. From the stunning diversity of reef organisms to the mysterious connections between species, learn how scientists use DNA to unravel underwater food webs and reveal the uniqueness of each creature. Discover how global climate change is threatening these vital ecosystems and what we can do to protect them.

Schedule:

5:45-7:00 pm — Cool Activities, including Musical Guest Performace by the Longhorn Singers
7:00-8:15 pm — Talk with Q&A

Dr. Jordan Casey

Dr. Jordan Casey is an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Austin Marine Science Institute. She joined UT in 2021 after earning her Ph.D. at James Cook University and completing postdocs at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History and the Centre de Recherches Insulaires et Observatoire de l’Environnement in France and French Polynesia. As a marine ecologist, Jordan studies biological interactions in marine ecosystems, using molecular tools to map food webs and assess their resilience to global change.

About Hot Science - Cool Talks

Hot Science – Cool Talks provides a front-row seat to world-class research. Presented by the Environmental Science Institute (ESI), this nationally recognized series allows leading researchers from The University of Texas and other prominent universities to share their passion for science, technology, engineering and math with the general public. Events are held six times a year.