Australian Museum Hosts 2023 Talbot Oration on Coral Reef Conservation

The Australian Museum presented the annual Talbot Oration on May 31, 2023, featuring Dr. Anne Hoggett AM, co-director of the Lizard Island Research Station. She discussed coral reef biology and conservation challenges, followed by a panel with ichthyologist Dr. Joseph DiBattista and Melissa Malu, moderated by sustainability adviser Sam Mostyn AO. The event highlighted climate change impacts on marine ecosystems and ongoing research efforts at the Great Barrier Reef facility. This oration honors former museum director Frank Talbot's contributions to marine science.