UNE Sci Flicks

Dr. Chris Goatley discusses his research as a marine biologist and how it relates to the classic children's film, Finding Nemo.

Show Notes

For this month's Sci Flicks Marissa is joined by Dr. Christopher Goatley, a Postdoctoral Research Fellow here at UNE, to talk about his research in marine biology and how it relates to the marine ecosystems featured in Finding Nemo. Coining himself Australia's most inland marine biologist, Dr. Goatley's research interests centre around marine ecology, reef fishes, and the effect of sediment on reef function. Listen in to his conversation with Marissa and you'll come away with more knowledge about marine biology, and a few little facts about clownfish!

What is UNE Sci Flicks?

The Sci Flicks show on TuneFM is the companion piece to the collaborative program run by Belgrave Cinema in Armidale and UNE. Run and hosted by Dr. Marissa Betts, each month she will sit down with some of UNE's lecturers and researchers to discuss the scientific themes and concepts featured in some of the most popular films to hit the big screen. Sit back and listen as we delve into the science of your favourite flicks!