Speaker: Steven Haddock, Senior Scientist, Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
Marine biologist and photographer Steven Haddock invites audiences to dive into the wonders of the ocean in this engaging presentation inspired by his forthcoming book The Radiant Sea (Abrams Books, 2025), coauthored with Sönke Johnsen. Featuring stunning photography, insightful captions, and vivid storytelling, the talk explores how sea creatures display transparency, pigmentation, iridescence, bioluminescence, and fluorescence—from the shallow tropics to the deep sea. Haddock will share the science behind these luminous marine phenomena and stories from the expeditions that made his work possible. Videos, animations, and hands-on demonstrations will bring the underwater world to life, offering a rare glimpse into the beauty and mystery beneath the waves. Free admission. Free event parking at the 52 Oxford Street Garage starting at 5:00 pm. Presented by the Harvard Museum of Natural History and the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture.