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Key Note Presentation
Artificial Ocean Intelligence and Its Role in Human-Nature Connection
Speaker: Dr. Danny Pimentel
Assistant Professor of Immersive Media Psychology, University of Oregon
In this talk, Dr. Danny Pimentel will share ongoing work on Artificial Ocean Intelligence: virtual experiences that allow audiences to interact with marine ecosystems and wildlife as responsive, conversational beings. Specifically, Danny will share projects currently under development that enable audiences to speak to, and interact with, virtual representations of marine ecosystems in augmented and virtual reality. He will also discuss what these types of experiences can reveal about human connection to the natural world, and the ethical considerations involved with making and distributing such systems for education and entertainment.
Sounds of the Sea
Time: 11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Location: Hatfield Visitor Center Auditorium
Description: Join us for this insightful and interactive presentation on how researchers use hydrophones and bioacoustics to identify unique sounds of the sea. The audience will have a chance to test their ability to identify underwater sounds during an interactive “sounds of the sea” game. This activity is family-friendly and fun for all ages. Presented by Oregon Sea Grant.
Mini Big Blue Film Fest
Time: 1 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building, Carmen Phillips Ford Auditorium
Description: Sit back and relax while you are transported around the world to explore ocean wonders with a selection of Big Blue Film Fest 2025 films. All films have English subtitles.
Featured Films
The Cosmos Beneath - A brief, modest tribute to the Cosmos, the Ocean, and how the two are intertwined.
RCRV - This film explores and celebrates the history of the names of the new and upcoming research vessels, including OSU's own R/V TAANI.
Rise Age - Fluorescent critters groove through a coastal world, led by a superior chorus. A rhythmic poem of cute creatures, peer pressure and the urge to move to higher ground in time.
Deep Memories - A captivating documentary diving into the world of underwater photography and its ability to inspire environmental consciousness. (Español, English CC)
Palau, An Ocean Inheritance - This film transports viewers to the incredible islands of Palau, where ancient legends, cultural connections, and unparalleled marine biodiversity converge.
All Science, No Fiction: What if we could predict volcanic eruptions? - Axial volcano is one of the most active volcanoes on the planet and it exists just off the coast of Oregon. Volcanologist Bill Chadwick is on a quest to discover what it can teach us about predicting volcanic eruptions.