Summary
This webinar will provide audiences with an understanding of the ongoing white shark research projects being conducted and funded by the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC), how that research is impacting conservation and public safety efforts, and up to date information on what that research has taught us. Audience members will have an opportunity to view videos and photographs during the research season and develop their knowledge of what a shark is and what it takes to conduct white shark research. Guest speaker Kristen Smith will also discuss the history of white sharks in our waters, including Nantucket Sound—and what the future of white sharks here might hold.
Guest speaker Kristen Smith, Outreach and Social Media Manager for the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC) in Chatham, discusses the ongoing white shark research projects being conducted by AWSC, how that research is impacting conservation and public safety efforts, and up to date information on what that research has taught us. Kristen will also discuss the history of white sharks in our waters, including Nantucket Sound—and what the future of white sharks here might hold. A moderated Q&A to follow the presentation.