The talk, scheduled for 7:00 PM in the museum's auditorium with free admission until capacity is reached, will explore the influence of ocean currents, such as the Gulf Stream, on climate and the distribution of marine life. It will highlight how these currents facilitate the dispersal of organisms, particularly during their juvenile stages, fostering biological exchange between distant regions like Mexico and the Canary Islands.
The speaker will be Alejandro de Vera Hernández, a Doctor of Biology from the University of La Laguna and a specialist in marine biology. His research has focused on the marine biodiversity of the Macaronesian region, with a particular emphasis on plankton. He has 18 years of professional experience and served as the responsible curator of the museum's Marine Biology Department until April 1, 2026, after which he became the director of the Museum of Natural Sciences, part of MUNA.
Throughout his career, de Vera Hernández has participated in numerous national and international research projects and scientific outreach initiatives concerning marine ecosystems. He is the author of multiple scientific publications and has contributed to the description of new species. His work also encompasses R&D+i management, exhibition curation, and the analysis of human impact on the marine environment, including studies on plastic pollution and the conservation of commercially important species.
