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Coastal wetlands dramatically reduce property losses during hurricanes
August 31, 2017
A new scientific study reports that coastal wetlands significantly reduce annual flood losses and catastrophic damages from storms.
Study uncovers hidden factors that shape sea life around islands and seamounts
August 30, 2017
A study of reef fish on a chain of volcanic seamounts and islands off the coast of Brazil has enabled scientists to extend to marine organisms the landmark theory of island biogeography.
Century-old seal pelts reveal changes in Ross Sea ecosystem
August 29, 2017
Scientists found valuable samples for comparison to modern Weddell seals in the huts of Antarctic explorers Ernest Shackleton and Robert Falcon Scott.
What causes algal blooms to become toxic?
August 23, 2017
NOAA grant funds an investigation to find what triggers production of the toxin domoic acid by marine algae in events that can harm wildlife and close coastal fisheries.
Florida flood risk study identifies priorities for property buyouts
August 17, 2017
A study of flood damage in Florida proposes prioritizing property buyouts based on flood risk, ecological value, and socioeconomic conditions.
Marine biologists John and Vicki Pearse honored at international conference
July 26, 2017
Marine biologists John and Vicki Pearse were honored for their contributions to echinoderm research at the 2017 North American Echinoderm Conference.