STEMExplore: A Day in the Life of a Research Coordinator

The speaker discusses their role as an advocate for science in a marine sanctuary, focusing on collaboration and research. They describe fieldwork activities like intertidal monitoring and marine surveys. A highlight is their experience in a submersible exploring the sea floor. The speaker encourages young people to be inquisitive, seek opportunities, and gain experience in their fields of interest.

What is one of the main responsibilities of the speaker in the sanctuary?

• Advocating for science and coordinating research

• Teaching marine biology

• Managing a marine animal rescue center

• Conducting solo research

What type of monitoring does the speaker routinely perform?

• Intertidal monitoring

• Forest monitoring

• Desert monitoring

• Air quality monitoring

During the submersible experience, what phenomenon did the speaker observe while descending?

• Marine snow

• Oil spill

• Volcanic activity

• Coral bleaching

What creatures did the speaker see on the sea floor?

• Dolphins and whales

• Sea turtles and jellyfish

• Brittle stars and urchins

• Sharks and rays

What advice does the speaker give to young people interested in marine science?

• Avoid taking risks

• Rely on others to shape your future

• Seek out experiences and be inquisitive

• Focus solely on theoretical knowledge