Monday, July 29, 2013

Seeing Red Mural project



Can Street art be a valuable tool for raising biodiversity awareness to the general public?

Special project Highlight.

How does the general public receive their science information? How do scientists communicate important concepts to the general public? Science communication is an emerging field that refers to public communication and outreach; presenting science related topics to non-experts.

This week we wish to draw attention to a thesis project investigating the topic of conservation awareness to the general public.



MURAL LOCATION:
422 west Industrial Ave
Boynton Beach, FL



The Seeing Red Mural project  is based on the IUCN's red list of endangered species.

Biodiversity is the foundation of all ecosystems (managed or unmanaged). The services they provide determine the quality of human and animal well-being. Loss of biodiversity affects climate regulation and promotes the spread of disease. Biodiveristy keeps our water clean, aids in carbon storage and many other aspects of daily life. Everything in an ecosystem (plants, animals, habitat, water, soil, and people) is dependent on the other. Human activities and land use changes are threatening all of the components necessary for healthy living.

Seeing Red focuses on one aspect of biodiversity loss (endangered species). Scientists now estimate that we are losing species at 1,000 to 10,000 times faster than we did in previous times.

The Center for Biological diversity states that 99 percent of currently threatened species are at risk due to human activity. Those that are  driving habitat loss, global warming and the introduction of exotic species are causing the greatest degradation (harm).

To find out more about what biodiversity is and how you can be affected by the loss of it, please visit these websites to learn more.




The projects aim is to raise biodiversity awareness by directing participants to explore and learn important scientific concepts regarding biodiversity and conservation. By seeking out new information, the project intends to offer scientific models to a general audience and encourage participation towards a positive change for a healthy planet.  


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