Conversations with Dr Chris Mah

Join world expert Dr Chris Mah from the Smithsonian Institution as he recounts his encounters with some of the most unusual creatures on the planet.

Venture into the depths of the sea and hear about the extraordinary adventures from our special guest visiting from the Smithsonian Institution, Dr Chris Mah. Learn more about his research into some of the most unusual creatures on the planet. From deep sea canyons to shallow waters from all over the world, you'll discover more about the real stars of the sea.

This session was facilitated by the Museum's own Marine Invertebrate Curator Associate, Professor Zoe Richards.

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Saturday 25 February 2023
  • Presenters
    Dr Chris Mah

    Dr Chris Mah is one of the world's experts the evolution and biology of the Asteroidea which is commonly known as the seastar. His research has taken him around the globe,  including Antarctica as well as the Aleutian Islands where he participated in numerous deep-sea cruises. His research includes deep-sea submersible dives in the Hawaiian Islands, off the Bahamas, and the Gorda Ridge in the North Pacific Ocean. 

    Dr Zoe Richards
    Curator of Marine Invertebrates, Aquatic Zoology

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