Published on October 15, 2024 at 4:32 pm
This was the official panel discussion with technical experts about the 17th annual State of the River Report describing the health of the Lower St. Johns River Basin.
The report looks at the current status and historical trends for several river health indicators, including aquatic life, water quality, fisheries, and contaminants. The Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board funds the report. Jacksonville University leads the scientific team that prepares the report. The virtual presentation was produced by ADAPT, part of Jacksonville Today from WJCT Public Media.
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Moderator
Dr. Gerry Pinto
Assoc. Research Scientist, JU
Panelists
Background & Guide for General Public
Dr. Chris Baynard
Assoc. Professor of Geography, UNF
Education & Resources
Dr. Brian Zoellner
Assoc. Professor of Foundations & Secondary Education, UNF
Nutrient & Tributary
Dr. Scott Jones
Asst. Professor of Biology, UNF
Bacteria (Fecal coliform, E. coli, and Entrococci)
Dr. William Penwell
Assoc. Professor of Biology, JU
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Salinity, Fisheries, Submerged Aquatic Vegetation (SAV) & Endangered and Threatened Species
Dr. Gerry Pinto
Assoc. Research Scientist, JU
Contaminants
Dr. Gretchen Beilmyer-Fraser
Professor of Chemistry, JU