Investigating Underwater Life at IMET

Where do discoveries about blue crabs, biofuel, and sharks all come together? At the Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology, scientists study underwater life, searching for ways to combat climate change, restore coasts, and improve the health of marine creatures and humans.Director Russell Hill gives us an overview of projects, --from testing sustainable aquaculture practices to turning to sea sponges for advances in healthcare.And Colleen Burge, head of the Aquatic Animal Health Lab, tells how sick sea creatures impact the ecosystem.IMET will host its Open House on Saturday, May 4th, from 1-4 pm.Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers [email protected] 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his [email protected] 410-235-1472