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Elkhorn Slough scientist Kerstin Wasson honored as 'wetland hero'
May 4, 2018
An adjunct professor at UC Santa Cruz, Wasson will receive the 2018 National Wetlands Award for Scientific Research.
Mathematical biologist Marc Mangel elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences
April 18, 2018
The American Academy of Arts and Sciences is one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious honorary societies.
Nature-based solutions can prevent $50 billion in Gulf Coast flood damages
April 11, 2018
Researchers found that restoration of marshes and oyster reefs are among the most cost-effective solutions for flood risk reduction on the U.S. Gulf Coast.
Marine researchers say recent sea star wasting disease epidemic defies prediction
March 20, 2018
Some sea star communities on the west coast could recover, but marine scientists still can’t pinpoint the environmental factors behind the unprecedented disease outbreak.
Four kinds of algal toxins found in San Francisco Bay shellfish
March 12, 2018
Researchers monitoring San Francisco Bay for algal toxins have found a surprising array of different toxins in the water and in mussels collected from the bay.
Tracking data reveal the secret lives of marine animals
February 26, 2018
Seals, whales, sharks, turtles, seabirds, and other marine vertebrates show similar patterns of movement in marine environments.
Innovative restoration of coral reefs helps protect Caribbean islands
February 12, 2018
Study shows direct link between healthy coral reefs and shoreline stability and field-tests an innovative risk-reduction solution that combines engineering with reef restoration.
Polar bears finding it harder to catch enough seals to meet energy demands
February 1, 2018
As climate change alters their environment a growing number of polar bears are unable to catch enough fat-rich prey to meet their energy needs.
