Virtual Halloween Event: Learning Through Death - Livestream

At The Marine Mammal Center, our experts perform fairly unique work on every patient who dies at our hospital and on whales that wash ashore. Pathologists, who are like scientific detectives, search for underlying causes of why an animal died and identify patterns for different diseases through a necropsy, or animal autopsy. Performed at our hospital, or on the beach for large animals like whales, necropsy and pathology efforts provide us with valuable information that contribute to the body of research not just for our organization, but also for scientists and academic institutions worldwide.

Our pathologists are expanding our knowledge and increasing our ability to help future patients. What each animal teaches us, in life or in death, contributes to the greater understanding of these species and our ocean, allowing us to better protect them and effect change.

Join Dr. Maggie Martinez, an expert in diagnostic pathology and health-based research, for this fascinating virtual event where you will learn about the work of a pathologist and the important discoveries made through necropsy and pathology at the Center.

During this Zoom webinar event, you’ll be able to share your questions for Dr. Martinez to answer live along with host Adam Ratner, Director of Conservation Engagement.

Viewer discretion advised: Due to the nature of this webinar, there will be photos of our experts at work, including deceased animals and collecting samples of tissues, blood, and fur. Please consider whether this is an appropriate viewing experience for you.

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