For nearly a decade Karl Alexander lived and worked on Vieques Island, Puerto Rico. During that time he completed a considerable amount of work both managing and performing research on the world's brightest bioluminescent bay, Puerto Mosquito. He had the priveledge to work alongside some of the most respected authorities on bioluminescence and environmental conservation and many of them will be a part of an upcoming event in the Caribbean.

The study of bioluminescence is a relatively new science, nowadays considered quite important for what it can contribute to other scientific fields — medicine and electronics, among others. But to the Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust the study of bioluminescence is directed towards maintaining the pristine condition of our precious resource.

Although there are bioluminescent bodies of water in La Parguera and Fajardo (neither as spectacular as ours), Puerto Rico has never had a conference that focuses on the theme of bioluminescence.

This year is the Trust’s 25th anniversary and we will celebrate it by bringing together the foremost scientific and technical authorities on the field from Puerto Rico and the United States for a two-day discussion of the subject of bioluminescence.

The symposium will be held from October 9 -11 at the Multiple Use Center in Isabel Segunda, Vieques. The first two days are reserved for the conferences and a nighttime guided tour to Puerto Mosquito. On Sunday 11, attendees can participate in open air activities such as, visiting interesting sites, kayaking, or snorkeling. Tour operators and various hotels and guest houses will offer special rates for assistants to the symposium.

For more information and to reserve your space call 787 741-8850 or go to www.vcht.com