Naturally Speaking - Planktic Foraminifera and Climate Change

Explore the fascinating world of planktic foraminifera in this 43-minute video lecture by Dr. Adriane Lam. Delve into the surge of diversity these tiny sea organisms experienced over the past 23 million years, a period marked by global temperature changes similar to those predicted for our near future. Learn how scientists utilized data from past ocean expeditions to track the extensive travels of these creatures across the world's oceans, and understand how this movement influenced their evolution and distribution. Gain insights into how this research enhances our understanding of ancient climates and improves the reliability of using foraminifera fossils for dating rocks, despite variations in species' first appearances or disappearances. This informative presentation offers a unique perspective on paleoclimatology and micropalaeontology, connecting past climate events to our current understanding of global climate change.