Vincent Doumeizel

Plankton are the silent heroes of our planet. They produce about half the Earth’s oxygen and are the foundation for all sea life. In this first appearance discussing his new book, Vincent Doumeizel brings plankton to life, revealing how the smallest life forms can have the biggest impact. He uncovers the hidden connections between the microscopic life in the ocean and the survival of our planet.

A seaweed expert, director of the Food Programme at the Lloyd’s Register Foundation and senior adviser on the oceans to the United Nations Global Compact, Doumeizel’s work has made significant advancements to global nutrition security.