/marine-science/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usWed, 18 Sep 2024 21:28:09 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/marine-science/news/2024/revealed-by-satellites-long-term-trends-of-coastal-water-quality-in-qatar.aspxIn a recent article, members of the Optical Oceanography Lab used satellite observations to track changes to coastal water quality in Qatar, where a fast-growing economy comes with environmental challenges.Mon, 16 Sep 2024 17:15:25 Revealed by satellites: Long-term trends of coastal water quality in QatarIn a recent article, members of the Optical Oceanography Lab used satellite observations to track changes to coastal water quality in Qatar, where a fast-growing economy comes with environmental challenges.Cheng Xue, a postdoctoral scholar in the Optical Oceanography Lab at USF CMS, is the lead author on a recent article published in the IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Applied Earth Observations and Remote Sensing. The figure above shows satellite images of Qatari coastal waters (left) and the floating algae scums of 2017 (right). Courtesy of Cheng Xue./marine-science/news/2024/revealed-by-satellites-long-term-trends-of-coastal-water-quality-in-qatar.aspxPublication Highlights/marine-science/news/2024/cms-in-the-news-2024.aspxThe USF College of Marine Science news team is dedicated to sharing USF CMS's research to local, regional, and global audiences. View CMS in the news for 2024.Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 CMS in the News 2024The USF College of Marine Science news team is dedicated to sharing USF CMS's research to local, regional, and global audiences. View CMS in the news for 2024.USF College of Marine Science in the News/marine-science/news/2024/cms-in-the-news-2024.aspxCMS in the News/marine-science/news/2024/an-invasive-marine-organism-has-become-an-economic-resource-in-the-eastern-mediterranean.aspxA recent paper on foraminifera in the eastern Mediterranean offers a unique perspective on the complex interactions between humans and marine environments.Thu, 12 Sep 2024 07:00:00 An “invasive” marine organism has become an economic resource in the eastern MediterraneanA recent paper on foraminifera in the eastern Mediterranean offers a unique perspective on the complex interactions between humans and marine environments.Skeletons and shells from an invasive species of foraminifera are helping build beaches like this one in the eastern Mediterranean Sea./marine-science/news/2024/an-invasive-marine-organism-has-become-an-economic-resource-in-the-eastern-mediterranean.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2024/team-led-by-usf-alum-discovers-seamount-new-species-along-nazca-ridge.aspxThis discovery of a deep-sea mountain is the latest in a string of new seafloor data gathered in the Nazca Ridge area by scientists led by Jyotika Virmani at the Schmidt Ocean Institute.Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:12:27 Team led by USF alum discovers seamount, new species along Nazca RidgeThis discovery of a deep-sea mountain is the latest in a string of new seafloor data gathered in the Nazca Ridge area by scientists led by Jyotika Virmani at the Schmidt Ocean Institute.The crew captured the first live footage of the Promachoteuthis squid, a genus which had previously only been characterized from dead samples. Credit: ROV SuBastian / Schmidt Ocean Institute/marine-science/news/2024/team-led-by-usf-alum-discovers-seamount-new-species-along-nazca-ridge.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2024/research-shines-at-the-fall-2024-cms-faculty-seminar-series.aspxAn annual tradition, the faculty seminar kicks off the Fall semester and is a chance for faculty members to present their latest research to the College.Mon, 09 Sep 2024 08:07:08 Research shines at the Fall 2024 CMS Faculty Seminar SeriesAn annual tradition, the faculty seminar kicks off the Fall semester and is a chance for faculty members to present their latest research to the College.An annual tradition, the faculty seminar kicks off the Fall semester and is a chance for faculty members to present their latest research to the College./marine-science/news/2024/research-shines-at-the-fall-2024-cms-faculty-seminar-series.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,News/marine-science/news/2024/founded-by-cms-students-new-esa-section-promotes-marine-and-coastal-ecology.aspxCMS doctoral candidates Natalia López Figueroa and Michael Schram founded the ESA coastal and marine ecology section to foster a space for marine scientists to present their research.Fri, 30 Aug 2024 14:36:14 Founded by CMS students, new ESA section promotes marine and coastal ecologyCMS doctoral candidates Natalia López Figueroa and Michael Schram founded the ESA coastal and marine ecology section to foster a space for marine scientists to present their research.CMS doctoral candidates Natalia López Figueroa and Michael Schram established the ESA coastal and marine ecology section to foster a space for marine scientists to present their research. /marine-science/news/2024/founded-by-cms-students-new-esa-section-promotes-marine-and-coastal-ecology.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,News/marine-science/news/2024/three-students-earn-prestigious-usf-fellowships.aspxThree student from the USF College of Marine Science were awarded 2024 Office of Graduate Studies Fellowships.Wed, 21 Aug 2024 11:47:53 Three CMS students earn prestigious USF FellowshipsThree student from the USF College of Marine Science were awarded 2024 Office of Graduate Studies Fellowships.Three incoming CMS students were awarded prestigious USF fellowships, joining eight current CMS students with similar distinctions. /marine-science/news/2024/three-students-earn-prestigious-usf-fellowships.aspxAwards,Blogs and Perspectives/marine-science/news/2024/rising-tides-newsletter-archives.aspxStay up to date on the USF CMS community. Subscribe to receive the Rising Tides newsletter.Rocky D. BullTue, 13 Aug 2024 11:55:00 Rising Tides Newsletter ArchivesStay up to date on the USF CMS community. Subscribe to receive the Rising Tides newsletter.Rising Tides Newsletter Archives/marine-science/news/2024/rising-tides-newsletter-archives.aspxRising Tides Newsletter/marine-science/news/2024/rising-tides-august-2024.aspxView some of the highlights in the Rising Tides Newsletter, August 2024 edition.Tue, 13 Aug 2024 08:19:18 Rising Tides August 2024View some of the highlights in the Rising Tides Newsletter, August 2024 edition.Rising Tides Newsletter, August 2024 edition/marine-science/news/2024/rising-tides-august-2024.aspxRising Tides Newsletter/marine-science/news/2024/device-built-from-scratch-helps-scientists-tackle-a-fish-spawning-mystery.aspxA CMS student built a Continuous Underway Fish Egg Samper, or a CUFES for a new SHELF project to determine what species of fish and where they are spawning on the West Florida Shelf. This device took its maiden voyage in late June.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 13:09:53 Device built from scratch helps scientists tackle a fish-spawning mysteryA CMS student built a Continuous Underway Fish Egg Samper, or a CUFES for a new SHELF project to determine what species of fish and where they are spawning on the West Florida Shelf. This device took its maiden voyage in late June.The CUFES’ first day out at sea collecting fish eggs as the Weatherbird II is underway heading north to the panhandle. Picture Credit: Jess Van Vaerenbergh/marine-science/news/2024/device-built-from-scratch-helps-scientists-tackle-a-fish-spawning-mystery.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2024/estuaries-in-south-florida-are-warming-faster-than-the-gulf-of-mexico-and-global-ocean.aspxUsing satellite data, CMS researchers found that sea surface temperatures in four estuaries in South Florida have risen faster than sea surface temperatures globally and in the Gulf of Mexico.Wed, 07 Aug 2024 09:00:00 Estuaries in South Florida are warming faster than the Gulf of Mexico and global oceanUsing satellite data, CMS researchers found that sea surface temperatures in four estuaries in South Florida have risen faster than sea surface temperatures globally and in the Gulf of Mexico.A pair of recent studies found that sea surface temperatures are rising rapidly in South Florida’s estuaries, including Florida Bay, pictured here. Credit: National Park Service/marine-science/news/2024/estuaries-in-south-florida-are-warming-faster-than-the-gulf-of-mexico-and-global-ocean.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2024/sea-world-celebration.aspxCampers celebrate a successful 2024 Oceanography Camp Especially for Girls at sea world.Tue, 06 Aug 2024 07:07:50 Sea World CelebrationCampers celebrate a successful 2024 Oceanography Camp Especially for Girls at sea world.Campers celebrate a successful 2024 Oceanography Camp Especially for Girls at sea world./marine-science/news/2024/sea-world-celebration.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Girls Camp/marine-science/news/2024/fish-banks-activity.aspxCampers are all split up into groups, and each group is given their own commercial fishing company to manage.Fri, 02 Aug 2024 08:38:58 Fish Banks ActivityCampers are all split up into groups, and each group is given their own commercial fishing company to manage.Campers are all split up into groups, and each group is given their own commercial fishing company to manage./marine-science/news/2024/fish-banks-activity.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Girls Camp/marine-science/news/2024/laboratory-activities-week.aspxThe final week of OCG consisted of multiple laboratory activities.Thu, 01 Aug 2024 07:38:55 Laboratory ActivitiesThe final week of OCG consisted of multiple laboratory activities.Campers had the opportunity to learn more about sharks in the sharky shenanigans lab./marine-science/news/2024/laboratory-activities-week.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Girls Camp/marine-science/news/2024/coral-reef-cake-activity.aspxCampers learned about coral reefs in this activity.Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:48:05 Coral Reef Cake ActivityCampers learned about coral reefs in this activity.Campers learned about coral reefs in this activity. /marine-science/news/2024/coral-reef-cake-activity.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Girls Camp/marine-science/news/2024/caladesi-island-field-trips.aspxThroughout the Oceanography camp, the girls experience many excursions and field trips to interesting places.Tue, 30 Jul 2024 10:53:16 Caladesi Island Field TripsThroughout the Oceanography camp, the girls experience many excursions and field trips to interesting places.Campers used a fluorescent green dye to measure the speed and direction of currents in the water. Each /marine-science/news/2024/caladesi-island-field-trips.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Girls Camp/marine-science/news/2024/reu-scholars-make-waves-on-campus.aspxEleven students participated in the Making Waves Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program hosted by the College of Marine Science and led by Ana Arellano this summer. The participants engaged in various interdisciplinary ocean research and science communication experiences.Mon, 29 Jul 2024 10:40:03 REU scholars make waves on campusEleven students participated in the Making Waves Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program hosted by the College of Marine Science and led by Ana Arellano this summer. The participants engaged in various interdisciplinary ocean research and science communication experiences.The Making Waves cohort celebrates after presenting their research posters at the �������� St. Petersburg Undergraduate Research Symposium at the Nelson Poynter Memorial Library. Photo Credit: Jess Van Vaerenbergh/marine-science/news/2024/reu-scholars-make-waves-on-campus.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Diversity/marine-science/news/2024/laboratory-activities.aspxThe fish ecology lab provides campers with the opportunity to learn about fish and how they impact the environment.Mon, 29 Jul 2024 09:47:43 Laboratory ActivitiesThe fish ecology lab provides campers with the opportunity to learn about fish and how they impact the environment.Campers started their mission as DNA Detectives./marine-science/news/2024/laboratory-activities.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Girls Camp/marine-science/news/2024/field-days-at-fort-de-soto.aspxAt Fort De Soto there were three stations, where the campers rotated between collecting sediments, nutrients, and seine net samples.Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:02:54 Field days at Fort De SotoAt Fort De Soto there were three stations, where the campers rotated between collecting sediments, nutrients, and seine net samples.At Fort De Soto there were three stations, where the campers rotated between collecting sediments, nutrients, and seine net samples. /marine-science/news/2024/field-days-at-fort-de-soto.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Girls Camphttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxUndergraduate students from across the country spent their summer on USF's St. Petersburg and Tampa campuses, immersing themselves in research focused on oceanography, weather, climate change and science communication.External ArticleThu, 25 Jul 2024 17:38:53 Students from across the country spent their summer at USF conducting ocean and weather researchUndergraduate students from across the country spent their summer on USF's St. Petersburg and Tampa campuses, immersing themselves in research focused on oceanography, weather, climate change and science communication.Undergraduates went on field trips that included NOAA Hurricane Hunters in Lakeland, the National Weather Service in Ruskin and a research cruise through Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxDiversity,News/marine-science/news/2024/shell-key-field-trips.aspxShell Key is an island that the OCG campers kayak out to for one of their three field trips.Thu, 25 Jul 2024 11:11:41 Shell Key Field TripsShell Key is an island that the OCG campers kayak out to for one of their three field trips.Shell Key Field Trip/marine-science/news/2024/shell-key-field-trips.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Girls Camp/marine-science/news/2024/angari-cruise-field-trip.aspxThe OCG campers and staff all had an amazing time aboard the R/V ANGARI.Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:46:28 ANGARI Cruise Field TripThe OCG campers and staff all had an amazing time aboard the R/V ANGARI.The OCG campers and staff all had an amazing time aboard the R/V ANGARI. /marine-science/news/2024/angari-cruise-field-trip.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Girls Camp/marine-science/news/2024/ocean-concept-rotations.aspxOcean concept rotations allow the OCG campers to learn about the different layers of the oceans.Mon, 22 Jul 2024 09:01:49 Ocean Concept RotationsOcean concept rotations allow the OCG campers to learn about the different layers of the oceans.Ocean concept rotations allow the OCG campers to learn about the different layers of the oceans. /marine-science/news/2024/ocean-concept-rotations.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Girls Camp/business/news/2024/07-15-mba.aspxBeginning this fall, students seeking an MBA at the �������� will have three new offerings to consider. The new concentrations — blue economy, personal financial planning, and healthcare leadership — are designed to address the evolving needs of the global market.External ArticleMon, 15 Jul 2024 09:54:07 USF launches MBAs in blue economy, personal financial planning, and healthcare leadershipBeginning this fall, students seeking an MBA at the �������� will have three new offerings to consider. The new concentrations — blue economy, personal financial planning, and healthcare leadership — are designed to address the evolving needs of the global market.Developed in partnership with the USF College of Marine Science, the blue economy concentration is tailored for professionals who want to lead in maritime trade, coastal tourism and fisheries management./business/news/2024/07-15-mba.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2024/the-humpty-dumpty-fish-tale-of-the-us-gulf-of-mexico.aspxIn a recent paper, Joshua Kilborn modelled the Gulf of Mexico fishery ecosystem trends and trajectory over time and better understand the factors that influenced their evolution.Mon, 08 Jul 2024 15:13:12 The Humpty Dumpty fish tale of the U.S. Gulf of MexicoIn a recent paper, Joshua Kilborn modelled the Gulf of Mexico fishery ecosystem trends and trajectory over time and better understand the factors that influenced their evolution.Joshua Kilborn is a research assistant professor at the USF College of Marine Science, where he studies large marine ecosystems and their associated fisheries. The figures above, which are included in his recent paper, depict a fishery ecosystem trajectory for the Gulf of Mexico (left) and smoothed lag-plot for the Gulf of Mexico fishery ecosystem (right)./marine-science/news/2024/the-humpty-dumpty-fish-tale-of-the-us-gulf-of-mexico.aspxPublication Highlights/news/2024/usf-fio-remotely-operated-vehicle-deepsea-exploration-education.aspxResearchers studying the deep sea have access to a powerful new tool with the acquisition of a sophisticated, remotely operated vehicle (ROV) by the �������� and Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO).External ArticleMon, 08 Jul 2024 09:21:10 USF and Florida Institute of Oceanography’s new remotely operated vehicle to advance deep-sea exploration and educationResearchers studying the deep sea have access to a powerful new tool with the acquisition of a sophisticated, remotely operated vehicle (ROV) by the �������� and Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO).The ROV Taurus is a sophisticated, remotely operated vehicle that can reach ocean depths of up to 2.5 miles/news/2024/usf-fio-remotely-operated-vehicle-deepsea-exploration-education.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2024/from-space-to-canvas-observing-ocean-color.aspxUsing remote sensing instruments on satellites, researchers can study the color of the ocean from space. Some of those striking satellite images are now on display at CMS.Mon, 24 Jun 2024 14:54:02 From space to canvas: Observing ocean colorUsing remote sensing instruments on satellites, researchers can study the color of the ocean from space. Some of those striking satellite images are now on display at CMS.Coccolithophore (milky blue) and diatoms (dark green) blooms in the Black Sea between southeastern Europe and western Asia at various times of year. Photo credit: OLCI on the Sentinel-3B satellite./marine-science/news/2024/from-space-to-canvas-observing-ocean-color.aspxBlogs and Perspectives/marine-science/news/2024/investigating-the-geographic-distribution-of-a-seagrass-virus.aspxTurtlegrass virus X (TVX), which infects the seagrass Thalassia testudinum (turtlegrass), is the only potexvirus known to infect marine flowering plants.Mon, 24 Jun 2024 13:22:56 Investigating the geographic distribution of a seagrass virusTurtlegrass virus X (TVX), which infects the seagrass Thalassia testudinum (turtlegrass), is the only potexvirus known to infect marine flowering plants.Jean Lim, a postdoc in the Breitbart Lab, uses qPCR and metagenomics approaches to study marine viruses./marine-science/news/2024/investigating-the-geographic-distribution-of-a-seagrass-virus.aspxPublication Highlights/marine-science/news/2024/usf-mapping-center-taps-tampa-bays-boating-crowd-for-seafloor-depth-measurements.aspxThe state’s profound connection to the ocean is underscored by the many maritime activities and industries that bolster its economy. Safe boating, whether for commercial shipping, fishing, or leisure, relies on one common element: nautical charts.Thu, 20 Jun 2024 08:19:01 USF Mapping Center Taps Tampa Bay’s Boating Crowd for Seafloor Depth MeasurementsThe state’s profound connection to the ocean is underscored by the many maritime activities and industries that bolster its economy. Safe boating, whether for commercial shipping, fishing, or leisure, relies on one common element: nautical charts.Rescue 5, one of Eckerd College Search and Rescue (EC-SAR)’s vessels which is outfitted with a data logger for Crowd the Bay. Photo credit: Matthew Hommeyer/Center for Ocean Mapping and Innovative Technologies./marine-science/news/2024/usf-mapping-center-taps-tampa-bays-boating-crowd-for-seafloor-depth-measurements.aspxNewshttps://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/environment/climate-change/article289261495.htmlOnce again, South Florida was submerged under an unsettling amount of water this week, the kind of totals usually only seen during a tropical storm or hurricane.External ArticleMon, 17 Jun 2024 13:05:19 Climate change can amplify big rainstorms, but true fixes are far off for South FloridaOnce again, South Florida was submerged under an unsettling amount of water this week, the kind of totals usually only seen during a tropical storm or hurricane.A home’s front lawn is flooded from heavy rains on Thursday, June 13, 2024, in Miami Shores, Florida. D.A. VARELA dvarela@miamiherald.comhttps://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/environment/climate-change/article289261495.htmlFlorida Flood Hub,News/marine-science/news/2024/usf-trained-shipwreck-hunter-makes-another-major-discovery.aspxUsing a technique known as side-scan sonar, a team led by David Mearns and The Royal Canadian Geographical Society found Shackleton’s last ship off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada.Mon, 17 Jun 2024 08:17:20 USF-trained shipwreck hunter makes another major discoveryUsing a technique known as side-scan sonar, a team led by David Mearns and The Royal Canadian Geographical Society found Shackleton’s last ship off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada.A side-scan sonar image of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s last ship, Quest, discovered by a team led by USF alum and shipwreck hunter David Mearns. Credit: Royal Canadian Geographical Society./marine-science/news/2024/usf-trained-shipwreck-hunter-makes-another-major-discovery.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2024/how-geotraces-helped-unlock-secrets-of-marine-trace-elements.aspxGEOTRACES has been an international effort to better understand the role of marine trace elements and determine their distributions in the ocean.Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:22:48 How GEOTRACES helped unlock secrets of marine trace elementsGEOTRACES has been an international effort to better understand the role of marine trace elements and determine their distributions in the ocean.GEOTRACES has been an international effort involving hundreds of scientists and more than 150 research cruises. Here, crew members aboard the R/V Roger Revelle, including CMS graduate student Dylan Halbeisen, recover a GEOTRACES carousel rosette during an arctic cruise. Photo credit: Jennifer Middleton, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory./marine-science/news/2024/how-geotraces-helped-unlock-secrets-of-marine-trace-elements.aspxNews,Publication Highlights/marine-science/news/2024/the-ocean-circulation-lab-braces-for-a-busy-hurricane-season.aspxThe Ocean Circulation Lab maintains a pair of high-resolution circulation models that can be used to forecast water levels days before hurricane landfall.Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:13:51 The Ocean Circulation Lab braces for a busy hurricane seasonThe Ocean Circulation Lab maintains a pair of high-resolution circulation models that can be used to forecast water levels days before hurricane landfall.The National Weather Service predicts an above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. Hurricane Idalia is seen here after landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida in August 2023. Credit: NOAA /marine-science/news/2024/the-ocean-circulation-lab-braces-for-a-busy-hurricane-season.aspxFlorida Flood Hub,News/marine-science/news/2024/engineering-for-ocean-science-research.aspxDeveloped by COMIT at the College of Marine Science, the uncrewed surface vehicle called TREVOR (Test Robotics Environment Vehicle for Ocean Research) demonstrates a cost-effective way to conduct marine research.Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:13:33 Engineering for Ocean Science ResearchDeveloped by COMIT at the College of Marine Science, the uncrewed surface vehicle called TREVOR (Test Robotics Environment Vehicle for Ocean Research) demonstrates a cost-effective way to conduct marine research.In this video, College of Engineering student Jaden Crute discusses the development of TREVOR during her internship with COMIT. /marine-science/news/2024/engineering-for-ocean-science-research.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Diversity/marine-science/news/2024/rising-tides-may-2024.aspxView some of the highlights in the Rising Tides Newsletter, May 2024 edition.Fri, 31 May 2024 10:24:11 Rising Tides - May 2024View some of the highlights in the Rising Tides Newsletter, May 2024 edition.Rising Tides - May 2024/marine-science/news/2024/rising-tides-may-2024.aspxRising Tides Newsletterhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxMore than 40 students from across the country will spend the summer at �������� St. Petersburg, immersing themselves in research focused on oceanography, weather, climate change and science communication.External ArticleThu, 23 May 2024 07:51:32 Students from across the country will spend the summer at USF conducting ocean and weather researchMore than 40 students from across the country will spend the summer at �������� St. Petersburg, immersing themselves in research focused on oceanography, weather, climate change and science communication.Xiomara Cruz and Juleika Vega Perez attend University of Peurto Rico and are participating in the summer REU program at USFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxDiversity,News/marine-science/news/2024/an-exploration-into-the-ocean-usf-and-spc-students-learn-on-land-and-at-sea.aspxOcean air, heavy with the scent of salt and adventure, fills the lungs of passengers, as they step aboard the R/V WT Hogarth destined for scientific exploration.Wed, 15 May 2024 07:35:07 An exploration into the ocean: USF & SPC Students learn on land and at seaOcean air, heavy with the scent of salt and adventure, fills the lungs of passengers, as they step aboard the R/V WT Hogarth destined for scientific exploration.COMIT Interns, Zoe Brooker (left) and Katherin Abreus-Rodriguez (right), on the cruise next to the water sampling processing set-up. PHOTO CREDIT: Sarah Grasty./marine-science/news/2024/an-exploration-into-the-ocean-usf-and-spc-students-learn-on-land-and-at-sea.aspxBlogs and Perspectives/marine-science/news/2024/can-oyster-gardens-clean-tampa-bay-this-cms-student-wants-to-find-out.aspxCMS student combines her oyster filtration research and citizen science to build VOGs at community outreach events.Thu, 09 May 2024 10:30:13 Can oyster gardens clean Tampa Bay? This CMS student wants to find outCMS student combines her oyster filtration research and citizen science to build VOGs at community outreach events.A pile of oyster shells at an outreach event at Booker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs. Participants strung the shells together to create vertical oyster gardens. PHOTO CREDIT: Jess Van Vaerenbergh/marine-science/news/2024/can-oyster-gardens-clean-tampa-bay-this-cms-student-wants-to-find-out.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,News/news/2024/hurricane-preparedness-takes-many-forms-usf-providing-support.aspxWhen a hurricane makes its way into the Gulf of Mexico, it has the potential to impact the entire Tampa Bay region. That’s why USF researchers across all three campuses are involved in a number of innovative endeavors and public initiatives to better prepare communities for the next storm.External ArticleMon, 06 May 2024 07:54:04 Hurricane preparedness takes many forms - USF providing support on all frontsWhen a hurricane makes its way into the Gulf of Mexico, it has the potential to impact the entire Tampa Bay region. That’s why USF researchers across all three campuses are involved in a number of innovative endeavors and public initiatives to better prepare communities for the next storm.Hurricane Ian as it approaches Florida in 2022. Photo from NASA./news/2024/hurricane-preparedness-takes-many-forms-usf-providing-support.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2024/advancing-ocean-science-with-trailblazing-pace-mission.aspxNASA’s PACE mission brings state-of-the-art technology to satellite Earth observations.Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:52:52 Advancing ocean science with “trailblazing” PACE missionNASA’s PACE mission brings state-of-the-art technology to satellite Earth observations.This high-quality image captured by PACE reveals eddies, the Loop Current, river plumes, and coastal circulation in the Gulf of Mexico. Photo Credit: The Optical Oceanography Lab/marine-science/news/2024/advancing-ocean-science-with-trailblazing-pace-mission.aspxNewshttps://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2024/04/11/under-new-law--part-of-gambling-revenues-will-go-towards-flood-research-based-in-st--pete-The Florida Flood Hub in St. Pete received funding through the Resilient Florida Program. Its goal is to model and predict how flooding will affect Florida in the future, so informed decisions can be made at the state and local levels on the best ways to mitigate flood risks.External ArticleThu, 11 Apr 2024 15:43:41 Portion of state gambling revenues to go toward flood research in St. PeteThe Florida Flood Hub in St. Pete received funding through the Resilient Florida Program. Its goal is to model and predict how flooding will affect Florida in the future, so informed decisions can be made at the state and local levels on the best ways to mitigate flood risks.The sun rises over Tampa Bay and the St. Pete Pier on a calm morning. (Spectrum News/Angie Angers)https://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2024/04/11/under-new-law--part-of-gambling-revenues-will-go-towards-flood-research-based-in-st--pete-Florida Flood Hub,News/marine-science/news/2024/congratulations-to-the-2024-spoonbill-bowl-winners.aspxThe Spoonbill Bowl is a regional National Ocean Sciences Bowl hosted by USF CMS.Fri, 05 Apr 2024 10:18:24 Congratulations to the 2024 Spoonbill Bowl WinnersThe Spoonbill Bowl is a regional National Ocean Sciences Bowl hosted by USF CMS.Congratulations to the 2024 Spoonbill Bowl Winners/marine-science/news/2024/congratulations-to-the-2024-spoonbill-bowl-winners.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,Community Engagement/marine-science/news/2024/sea-urchin-killer-spreads-to-new-species-region.aspxA deadly parasite that decimated sea urchin populations in the Caribbean has spread to coral reefs in the Sea of Oman and threatens populations around the world.Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:37:11 Sea urchin killer spreads to new species, regionA deadly parasite that decimated sea urchin populations in the Caribbean has spread to coral reefs in the Sea of Oman and threatens populations around the world.The new study highlights a growing threat for sea urchin populations as the parasite spreads to new regions./marine-science/news/2024/sea-urchin-killer-spreads-to-new-species-region.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2024/cms-researchers-use-art-as-dynamic-tool-for-science-communication.aspxHow art can be used as a powerful tool by scientists to communicate science effectively, provide fresh perspectives, and make complex ideas more understandable.Fri, 22 Mar 2024 07:40:31 CMS researchers use art as dynamic tool for science communicationHow art can be used as a powerful tool by scientists to communicate science effectively, provide fresh perspectives, and make complex ideas more understandable.Art can serve as a powerful tool for science communication and can make complex ideas more accessible to the public. Author Jess Van Vaerenbergh showcased her digital illustration “Silent Killers” at the Art and Science Exhibit./marine-science/news/2024/cms-researchers-use-art-as-dynamic-tool-for-science-communication.aspxCommunity Engagement,News/marine-science/news/2024/rising-tides-february-2024.aspxView some of the highlights in the Rising Tides Newsletter, February 2024 edition.Thu, 29 Feb 2024 09:35:09 Rising Tides - February 2024View some of the highlights in the Rising Tides Newsletter, February 2024 edition.Rising Tides Newsletter, February 2024 edition./marine-science/news/2024/rising-tides-february-2024.aspxRising Tides Newsletter/marine-science/news/2024/hungry-herbivores-threaten-subtropical-seagrass-meadows.aspxTropical herbivores, which are on the move due to ocean warming, could harm subtropical seagrass meadows that are less resilient to overgrazing.Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:21:03 Hungry herbivores threaten subtropical seagrass meadowsTropical herbivores, which are on the move due to ocean warming, could harm subtropical seagrass meadows that are less resilient to overgrazing.Seagrass meadows provide food for marine herbivores and nursey habitats for many fish species./marine-science/news/2024/hungry-herbivores-threaten-subtropical-seagrass-meadows.aspxNews/news/2024/usf-to-tackle-environmental-challenges-through-new-initiative-with-tampa-bay-wave-and-the-st-petersburg-innovation-district.aspxUSF continues to strengthen its collaboration with Tampa Bay Wave and the St. Petersburg Innovation District through the creation of a new program that addresses some of the nation’s most pressing environmental concerns.External ArticleWed, 21 Feb 2024 13:48:37 USF to tackle environmental challenges through new initiative with Tampa Bay Wave and the St. Petersburg Innovation DistrictUSF continues to strengthen its collaboration with Tampa Bay Wave and the St. Petersburg Innovation District through the creation of a new program that addresses some of the nation’s most pressing environmental concerns.Sunset view. Photo courtesy of Matthew Paulson./news/2024/usf-to-tackle-environmental-challenges-through-new-initiative-with-tampa-bay-wave-and-the-st-petersburg-innovation-district.aspxNews,Resiliency News/marine-science/news/2024/frank-muller-karger-distinguished-university-professor-recognized-for-pioneering-scientific-research-and-leadership.aspxFrom whale research to satellite-based remote sensing, Frank Müller-Karger has earned recognition as a Distinguished University Professor at the ��������.Mon, 19 Feb 2024 11:57:01 Frank Müller-Karger, Distinguished University Professor, recognized for pioneering scientific research and leadershipFrom whale research to satellite-based remote sensing, Frank Müller-Karger has earned recognition as a Distinguished University Professor at the ��������.Frank Müller-Karger’s captivating career path went from a budding interest in whale research to pioneering work in studying phytoplankton blooms via satellite technology. He was recently recognized as a Distinguished University Professor at USF./marine-science/news/2024/frank-muller-karger-distinguished-university-professor-recognized-for-pioneering-scientific-research-and-leadership.aspxAwards,News/marine-science/news/2024/cms-celebrates-40-years-of-graduate-student-symposiums.aspxThe breadth of topics covered during the 2024 Graduate Student Symposium illustrates the impressive scope of science conducted at the College of Marine Science.Tue, 13 Feb 2024 09:32:58 CMS celebrates 40 years of Graduate Student SymposiumsThe breadth of topics covered during the 2024 Graduate Student Symposium illustrates the impressive scope of science conducted at the College of Marine Science.The seventeen student presentations covered research into biological, chemical, geological, and physical oceanography, from fish spawning to satellite monitoring./marine-science/news/2024/cms-celebrates-40-years-of-graduate-student-symposiums.aspxBlogs and Perspectives/marine-science/news/2024/six-cms-students-awarded-the-2024-saml-student-award.aspxSix students from the USF College of Marine Science are recipients of the SAML Student Awards for 2024.Tue, 30 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Six CMS students awarded the 2024 SAML student awardSix students from the USF College of Marine Science are recipients of the SAML Student Awards for 2024.Student Macarena Martin Mayor working on spectrophotometric techniques in the Byrne lab./marine-science/news/2024/six-cms-students-awarded-the-2024-saml-student-award.aspxAwards,Blogs and Perspectives