Scientist for a Day: Marine Biologist
Cool off these summer school holidays and join marine invertebrate expert Dr. Claire Rowe for a deep dive into the ocean's secrets at the Museum.
Scientist for a Day: Marine Biologist
Image: Abram Powell© Australian Museum
Ages: 9-12 years
Get ready for an unforgettable ocean adventure these summer school holidays! Become a junior marine biologist for the day where you will meet marine invertebrate expert Dr. Claire Rowe for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Australian Museum Research Institute (AMRI).
Kids will discover the fascinating world of ocean creatures, explore how they survive, and even conduct hands-on experiments that will highlight how climate change is affecting marine life and how they can help to protect them.
Secure your spot to this fun, educational full-day experience that will spark curiosity and love for marine science!
Dr. Claire Rowe
Dr. Claire Rowe is the Collection Manager, Marine Invertebrates at the Australian Museum Research Institute.
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Dr. Claire Rowe is the Collection Manager, Marine Invertebrates at the Australian Museum Research Institute. Claire joined the Australian Museum in 2014 as a Marine Invertebrates department volunteer while completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Sydney. In 2015 Claire moved into a new role as Technical Officer and worked on various projects within the department.
Through the University of Sydney and the Australian Museum Research Institute Claire completed her PhD in 2022 based on the identification, seasonality and population dynamics of upside-down jellyfish (Cassiopea sp.) along the east coast of Australia. Claire has continued her work as a Technical Officer and Collection Manager in the Marine Invertebrates department and represented the museum on CSIRO’s RV Investigator exploring the deep seamounts around Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands.
