Education in Action

Marine biologist and writer

Dr Helen Scales is a marine biologist, broadcaster and writer. She has a PhD in coral reef ecology and teaches at Cambridge University. She writes for the Guardian and National Geographic Magazine. Her latest books include What the Wild Sea Can Be and Oceanopedia.

Upcoming Live Events where Dr Helen Scales will be speaking:

Nov 09 2026

Biology in Action

Emmanuel Centre, London

10:45 - 15:45

Nov 12 2026

Biology in Action

University of Warwick

10:00 - 15:00

Nov 24 2026

Biology in Action

King’s House Conference Centre, Manchester

10:00 - 15:00

Dec 01 2026

Biology in Action

Emmanuel Centre, London

10:45 - 15:45

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