Dr. Don Anderson, The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Fathom
This online seminar reviews the topic of red tides in four sessions, which review the effect HABs have on public health, wildlife and the economy; describe common harmful algal species and their toxins; identify poisoning symptoms; compare methods of treatment if poisoned; describe some potential methods to control HABs; and identify research areas where information on HABs is still inadequate. After completing the sessions, an optional knowledge test is provided based on the seminar material.
Subject: Biology:Ecology:Habitats:Marine, Benthic, Water Column, Biology:Microbiology, Microbiology:Microbiology and Health, Methods of Microbiology , Geoscience:Hydrology:Surface Water:Water Management and Policy Resource Type: Pedagogic Resources:Overview/Summary, Scientific Resources:Research Results, Overview/Reference Work Grade Level: High School (9-12), College Lower (13-14), College Upper (15-16), Graduate/Professional, General Public Ocean Environments: Coastal and Estuarine Theme: Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Ecology, Hydrology/Hydrogeology, Teach the Earth:Teaching Topics:Water
