Oregon Institute of Marine Biology

09/02/2026

Science Pub: Beyond the Titanic Disaster
Sept 10 | 7-9 pm | Doors at 6:15 pm

Death and Renewal of Life in the Deep Ocean
with Craig Young, PhD, Professor Emeritus of Biology at the University of Oregon and former Director of the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology.

~About the Lecture
The story of the Titanic is one of history’s greatest maritime tragedies—but it also opens a window into one of Earth’s most mysterious environments. Join Dr. Young as he shares footage from the groundbreaking IMAX film Titanica and behind-the-scenes stories of the pioneering expeditions that first brought the famous wreck to the public.

Then dive beyond the Titanic to explore the remarkable cycle of life and death in the deep ocean. Drawing on more than 40 years of research aboard the submersible Alvin and other deep-sea expeditions, Young reveals how countless marine animals produce thousands—even millions—of offspring, most of which never reach adulthood. Far from being wasted, these eggs provide a vital food source that helps sustain ocean life from the seafloor to the surface. Through stunning imagery and fascinating discoveries, you’ll gain a new appreciation for the hidden processes that keep the deep ocean alive.

~About the Speaker
Craig Young is Professor Emeritus of Biology at the University of Oregon and former Director of the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology. An internationally recognized marine biologist, his research has focused on the reproduction, development, and ecology of deep-sea animals, with more than four decades of exploration using submersibles including Alvin. Young has participated in dozens of oceanographic expeditions around the world, helping uncover how life thrives in one of Earth’s most extreme environments. His work has advanced our understanding of deep-sea biodiversity, hydrothermal vent ecosystems, and the remarkable life cycles that sustain the ocean. He also served as a scientific advisor and expedition leader for the IMAX documentary Born in the Abyss.

Science Pubs are a casual lecture series located in fun venues across the region, recommended for ages 10 and over.

Tickets
$8 suggested donation | Advance tickets recommended
Zoom Option

*If you are unable to join us in person, you can watch on Zoom. You must register in advance. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

register here: https://omsi.edu/events/science-pub-beyond-the-titanic-disaster/

09/01/2026

"Science is an adventure, not a career." ~

~ Learn more about this Ocean Pioneer and how he contributed to the world of Deep Sea exploration. Fascinating! ~

09/01/2026

Congratulations UO students. Excellence! Go Ducks! ~

Congratulations to the 4,610 students who qualified for the spring 2026 dean's list!

See who earned this academic honor. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4h1k3sg

08/31/2026

OIMB is hiring a full-time Cook 1 and part-time Cook 1 to support our awesome dining hall team in Charleston! Our Cooks prepare and serve a wide variety of meals and culinary collations for students, staff, faculty, visiting groups, and special events at OIMB. The position details and application instructions are below - if you know someone perfect for either of these roles, please share this post with them!

Full-time Cook 1: https://bit.ly/4ccLksi
Part-time Cook 1: https://bit.ly/4d596Xv

photos courtesy of S. Johnston, L. Screen

08/31/2026

These crabs blend into their surroundings by attaching algae and neighboring animals onto hooked bristles on their bodies,... find out what type of crabs create this type of camouflage by visiting Oregon Institute of Marine Biology's outreach center, The Charleston Marine Life Center located in Charleston, OR. The CMLC is open to the public Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11am to 5 pm. ~ Come learn more!

08/28/2026

Time to help save lives.~

Join Ducks nationwide for the “We Give Blood” drive! 🦆

Every donation saves lives and helps Oregon climb the Big Ten leaderboard.

Learn more and log your donation at https://bit.ly/4zEgYsL now through Dec 4.

Go Ducks. Give Blood. Save Lives.

08/27/2026

This Late Miocene skull (~7 million years old) was excavated from the Charleston area in 2007 by the North American Research Group, which donated it to the University of Oregon in 2020. To learn more and to see this exhibit, visit the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology's outreach center, Charleston Marine Life Center. Our CMLC is open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11am to 5pm.~ Come check out Wally!

08/25/2026

Thank you Oregon's Adventure Coast: Coos Bay, North Bend, Charleston for the wonderful shout out of our OIMB outreach center, Charleston Marine Life Center! Our CMLC is open Wednesday through Saturday from 11am to 5pm. Come visit!

08/25/2026

A great coastal subject to consider learning more about.~ consider checking it out!

08/21/2026

OIMB is thrilled to partner with Southwestern Oregon Community College on a local pathway to marine biology! Students participating in SWOCC's new Associate of Science in Marine Biology are now able to transfer to OIMB for their junior year to complete their Bachelor of Science. We are excited to welcome the first two SWOCC students to OIMB this fall, with many more to come!