University of Delaware, SMSP Seminar Series

Dr.Yopak gave a talk at the University of Delaware's School of Marine Science & Policy's Lewes/Newark Spring 2022 Colloquia Speaker Series. Be prepared to discuss some brains, stains, and climate change...

Russell speaks at the GSS

ZoMBiE MSc student presents his work at the UNCW's Graduate Student Symposium. He wowed the crowd with his work exploring how rearing environment affects brain development in Pacific Salmon. Learn more about Russell's work here.

Brick-by-Brick visiting!

A group of 4th and 5th grade boys from Brick-by-Brick are getting a tour of the ZoMBiE Lab! They'll be checking out some brains from the collection and looking down the microscope at some shark noses.

UNCW MarineQuest Sea GEMS

The Sea GEMS get a visit from a ZoMBiE! Dr. Yopak will give a talk on her work, we'll take some shark quizzes, and then Build-A-Brain together with the UNCW MarineQuest program Coastal GEMS (Girls Exploring Marine Science)! Age 11-14 and interested in sharks? Learn More about Coastal GEMS here: https://uncw.edu/marinequest/summerenrichment/intermediateprograms/seagems.html

UNCW MarineQuest “Shark Trek”

Are you aged 10-12 with an interest in sharks? Dr. Yopak is going to be leading a shark dissection and walking you through anatomy of the brain as part of the UNCW MarineQuest program "Shark Trek"! Spaces are limited - check out the MarineQuest website for details and info on how to register for these …

Summer Ventures in Science & Mathematics

Summer Ventures in Science & Mathematics (SVSM) is a cost-free, state-funded program for academically talented students who may pursue careers based in science and mathematics. The program brings rising juniors and seniors together for four weeks of intensive study on university campuses including UNC Wilmington. Dr. Yopak will be giving a talk entitled, "Are Sharks Smart? …

The Gills Club @Fort Fisher

Super excited to be heading to the Fort Fisher Aquarium to hang out with members of the Gills Club! Dr. Yopak will be giving a talk on shark brains and her path to being a marine (brain) biologist. Have a girl interested in sharks? Check out the Gills Club webpage for more info.

Dr. Yopak on a (virtual) trip to Germany!

Dr. Yopak is going to be speaking at the Philipps-Universität Marburg, Center for Mind, Brain and Behavior (CMBB) Neuro-Colloquium. She was invited to share all things shark brain (as if you even have to ask). Read more about CMBB here: https://www.cmbb-fcmh.de/en/cmbb-info