October 4, 2016
7:00 pm
The Bedford Institute of Oceanography (BIO) is a federal oceanographic research facility located on the shores of the Bedford Basin in Dartmouth. Since its establishment in 1962, it has grown to become Canada's largest centre for ocean research. Different government departments share an extensive infrastructure comprised of research laboratories, a marine sciences library, support facilities and a fleet of research and survey vessels.
This illustrated talk by Emeritus Scientist Don Gordon will briefly summarize the history of BIO and highlight some of its many notable scientific accomplishments of benefit to Canada and the world.
For additional information:
Richard MacMichael
902-424-8897
macmicrs@gov.ns.ca