[Open Build Lab] Aquatic Biology

Come join us at Counter Culture Labs (4799 Shattuck Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609) to help build our aquatic division!🐠🪸

We have 3 fish tanks that we need to clean and then populate with bioluminescent algae and saltwater corals. [In compliance with scientific regulations: vertebrates cannot be studied without IACUC approval. Corals will be sourced from authorized breeding programs. Collecting animals from the wild is strictly prohibited.]

This is a meetup open to the public and is free admission. Monetary donations are welcome to help cover cost of materials. Venmo @ccl-plantbio and cash accepted.

We also need some engineers to help fabricate an automatic top off system that refills water as it evaporates in order to stablize salinity. A simple float valve hooked up to a diaphragm pump is a potential solution! Submersible 3D printed bins to separate corals during acclimation are a great addition. Underwater cameras are also desired.

Other tasks include reviewing research papers and designing experiments. For example, using various wavelengths of light to promote bioluminescent algae growth or induce changes in coral morphology. Folks of all backgrounds and skillsets are encouraged to attend. All you need is a willingness to get involved and get your hands wet!