A three-day conference celebrating the achievements of Edward Forbes continued at the Manx Museum on Friday.
The event marks 200 years since the birth of the renowned Manx naturalist.
Professor Stephen Hawkins from the University of Southampton gave the keynote speech on friday morning, on long-term changes in marine ecosystems.
People from across Britain have travelled to the Island to attend.
Professor Hawkins says the event benefits a number of subject areas:Clip 1
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