Melissa Cristina Márquez
Shark scientist and PhD candidate living in Western Australia. Her research focuses on the ecological roles of sharks and their importance in maintaining ocean health.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 11min
Sharks Often Get A Bad Rap, But Oceans Need Them
Melissa Cristina Marquez, a shark scientist and PhD candidate from Western Australia, dives into the crucial role sharks play in ocean health. She passionately discusses how sharks help mitigate climate change by regulating marine ecosystems. The conversation reveals their surprising impact on seagrass growth and the balance of marine life. Marquez also addresses misconceptions about sharks, advocating for their conservation and urging us to rethink our views on these misunderstood animals.
Mar 9, 2021 • 11min
One Key To Healthy Oceans? Sharks
Melissa Cristina Marquez, a shark scientist and PhD candidate in Western Australia, dives into the crucial role that sharks play in ocean health. She discusses how their decline due to overfishing and climate change threatens marine ecosystems and emphasizes their unique impact on mitigating climate change. The conversation even takes a lighthearted turn to explore the fascinating world of shark poop! Marquez's passion shines through as she highlights the need for conservation and the interconnectedness of ocean life.
