Michael presents: 'Unusual sounds of cetaceans. What could they be saying?' and shares the release of his new book 'Hear Where We Are'.

Michael Stocker, bioaccoustician and founder of Ocean Research Conservation org. New book release and signing. Ocean Conservation Research is focused on understanding the scope of, and exploring solutions to the growing problem of human generated noise pollution and its impact on marine animals. OCR engages in marine biological and technological research based on conservation priorities. They use the products of this research to inform the policies and practice of the public, industry, and lawmakers so that we may all become better stewards of the sea.
Biography:
Michael Stocker is a generalist by predilection, an acoustician and naturalist by trade, and a musician by avocation. He has written and spoken about marine bio-acoustics since 1992, presenting in national and regional hearings, national and international television, radio and news publications, and museums, schools and universities. His understanding of both physics and biology has proven invaluable in court testimony and legal briefs, defending the environment against the dangers of human generated noise in the sea.
He is the founding director of Ocean Conservation Research, a scientific research and policy development organization focused on finding solutions to the problem of ocean noise pollution. In this context he has participated on many national and international science and policy workshops and committees focused on the impacts of human generated noise on the marine environment.
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