This event is in the past.It took place on February 2, 2026 at Darwin Hall.


Seeing Stars: Conservation Aquaculture, Cryopreservation & Communities of Practice
Rohnert Park
Learn how scientists are racing to save the vanishing sunflower sea star. Ashley Kidd shares hands-on insights from breeding programs, freezing genetic material, and building networks to bring these vibrant marine giants back from the brink.
Marine conservation
Academic lecture
Wildlife restoration
Free event
Tips
⭐sunflower stars once carpeted Pacific reefs
🔬speaker has 12 years aquarium conservation experience
🎓great for biology students and ocean enthusiasts
Seeing Stars: Conservation Aquaculture, Cryopreservation & Communities of Practice
Rohnert Park


Learn how scientists are racing to save the vanishing sunflower sea star. Ashley Kidd shares hands-on insights from breeding programs, freezing genetic material, and building networks to bring these vibrant marine giants back from the brink.
Marine conservation
Academic lecture
Wildlife restoration
Free event
Tips
⭐sunflower stars once carpeted Pacific reefs
🔬speaker has 12 years aquarium conservation experience
🎓great for biology students and ocean enthusiasts
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