Science360
Hands-on learning research that benefits the economy, environment - Science Nation
NSF-funded research expands on the Billion Oyster Project in New York Harbor, giving urban middle school students a hand in restoring oyster habitats Description: Research consistently shows that children who have opportunities to...
Science360
WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH: LAUREN BIRNEY IS GETTING URBAN MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE IN RESTORING OYSTER HABITATS IN NEW YORK HARBOR
Research consistently shows that children who have opportunities to actively investigate natural settings and engage in problem-based learning greatly benefit from the experiences. They gain skills, interests, knowledge, aspirations and...
EarthEcho International
Into the Dead Zone: What Is A Dead Zone?
The video follows Philippe Cousteau on an expedition to explore dead zones in the Chesapeake Bay caused by nutrient-rich runoff from human activities, which leads to a lack of oxygen in the water and suffocation of marine life. The team...
EarthEcho International
Exploring the Effects of Ocean Acidification on Earth
The video explores the effects of ocean acidification on our planet, with a focus on the impact it has on shellfish and the food chain. It offers solutions and highlights the work of Earth Echo International and scientists in the Pacific...
Food Farmer Earth
Mastering Oysters Rockefeller: A Culinary Classic
This guide offers a step-by-step approach to making Oysters Rockefeller, starting with the proper technique for shucking oysters and then preparing a vibrant green purée of spinach, watercress, and herbs. The recipe emphasizes adding...
EarthEcho International
Service Learning in Action: The Oyster Education Partnership
Students from the Annapolis Maritime Museum's Oyster Education Partnership provide EarthEcho Expeditions team members Philippe and Ashlan Cousteau with an introduction to oyster reefs. The students demonstrate how to monitor the growth...
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Mushroom Farming (and Eating!) in Hobart
Movin' to the Country is a series that celebrates the entrepreneurs, innovators and dreamers transforming Australia's beautiful regional areas in surprising new ways. In Mount Rumney, a former electrician grows mushrooms in an old...
Science360
Ocean Acidification -- Changing Planet
As higher amounts of carbon dioxide become absorbed by the oceans, some marine organisms are finding it's a struggle to adjust. The Changing Planet series explores the impact that climate change is having on our planet, and is provided...
Poetry Foundation
Sarah and Evan Gregory read The Walrus and The Carpenter
Sarah and Evan Gregory, of The Gregory Brothers, perform one of their favorite childhood poems by Lewis Carroll.
Michigan Radio
Shellfish on your Dinner Plate Threatened by Ocean Acidification
The increasing acidity of the oceans could eventually affect your dinner plate. There is a decrease in the number of juvenile oysters known as "seed" due to the increase of CO2 in the ocean. Listen to learn how workers are dealing with...
Food Farmer Earth
A 4th Generation Oyster Fisherman
In this episode, Bill Taylor, a fourth generation oyster farmer and President of Taylor Shellfish Farms, shares his family's century-old connection to the shellfish industry his great-grandfather helped develop, and to the South Puget...
Food Farmer Earth
Creative Cooking with Fresh Berries
From the archives: It’s berry season once again, and for those looking for new recipe ideas to highlight the summer season, Jack Campbell, offers up some of his berry creations.
Next Animation Studio
Microplastics can carry pathogens to new points in the food chain
Critical questions remain about microplastics and possible threats to food production and safety, according to a new study published in Trends in Microbiology.
US Department of Agriculture
USDA NRCS Helps Restore Maryland Oyster Bed
Waterman Bobby Leonard is partnering with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service to help restore his oyster beds and improve water quality in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Professor Dave Explains
Marine Ecologist Virginia Schutte (Get to Know a Scientist!)
When we think of a scientist hard at work, we usually picture them in a laboratory, with all kinds of glassware and solutions and high-tech gizmos all around them. But lots of scientists work in nature! Virginia Schutte is a marine...
EarthEcho International
STEM Career Closeup: Shellfish Biologist
Washington’s Puget Sound provides a look into the future of coastal habitats across the world, due to the natural cycle of upwelling that occurs here. Join Philippe Cousteau as explores the links between the organisms that we rarely...
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: The Middle Atlantic Region - Maryland
This clip explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of Maryland.
EarthEcho International
STEMExplore: Shellfish Biologist
Laura Spencer is a marine conservationist who works for a nonprofit organization that restores native marine species in Puget Sound. She grows oysters at a hatchery and is passionate about sustainable food systems. She believes that...
Press Association
‘Pioneering’ oyster reef project aims to boost biodiversity
New ReviewThe project will embed a minimum of four million individual oysters to help restore healthy marine ecosystems by improving water quality and providing a home for a wide range of species. Native European oysters, once abundant along the...
Curated Video
Food Truck Friday: Long Island Shucking Truck
News 12 shows you everything the Long Island Shucking Truck has to offer.
Curated Video
Microplastics entering the food chain
Scientists are becoming increasingly worried about the impact of microplastics in the water as they uncover how they're entering the food chain.
Curated Video
Connecticut launches Oyster Trail map to highlight state's culinary treasure
The map features 13 farms, 10 stores, and 22 restaurants across the state, offering oyster lovers the opportunity to embark on a journey to discover unique oyster experiences.
Curated Video
FDA recalling oysters from Westport company over norovirus concerns
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing a recall of oysters from Norm Bloom & Son harvested from Westport, due to possible norovirus contamination.