Kelp forests in the ocean of the future: their resilience and role as a natural climate solution

This week, researchers from the Institute of Marine Research are working on Runde to study various kelp forest areas in the region.

On Sunday, you have a unique opportunity to meet Karen Filbee-Dexter and Thomas Wernberg, who specialize in benthic communities.

They will present work from two projects at the Institute of Marine Research that involve extensive fieldwork around Runde.
The projects investigate how kelp forests absorb and store carbon dioxide. They also aim to uncover the links between coastal kelp stocks and their resilience to rising temperatures. This work is being viewed in the context of broader global trends in kelp forests, such as the expansion of kelp in the Arctic and the loss of habitats in warmer regions.

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Karen Filbee-Dexter is a postdoctoral fellow whose research focuses on the ecological consequences of climate change and how the world's kelp forests function.
Thomas Wernberg is a professor with a broad research scope, with a strong focus on contributing to an integrated understanding of the complex processes that drive the ecology of coastal marine environments.

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Time: 3:00 PM
Admission NOK 50, includes entry to the exhibition

Note: The presentation will be held in English.

The café and exhibition are open from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, serving dinner, waffles, and coffee.