Science TODAY: Bionic Bivalves

  • Thursday, March 05, 2026
  • 12:30pm - 1:00pm
  • Downtown Raleigh

Photo of a globe-shaped theater taken from the ceiling looking down with people standing on balconies and seated on the main floor. A presenter stages on a small stage with a large image of a frog projected behind the stage.

 

Today’s Topic

Today, researchers from North Carolina State University join us in the SECU Daily Planet Theater to talk about using biosensors and freshwater mussels for monitoring water quality and how the public can contribute to training algorithms to detect changes in how freshwater mussels respond to pollution.

Today’s Experts

Sarah Hallyburton, Research Assistant at North Carolina State University
Seana Finn, Masters of Science student in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management at North Carolina State University

Go inside the globe of the SECU Daily Planet Theater for live presentations and interactive shows led by scientists and educators. Meet researchers, witness live demonstrations, and engage in Q&A sessions with experts. With ever-changing topics and guests, there’s always something new and exciting to learn.


Details

Date:
March 5
Times:
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Fee:
Free

Venue

SECU Daily Planet Theater

Nature Research Center
121 West Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27601 United States
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Phone:
919.707.9800

Organizer

Chris Smith
919.707.9296