/marine-science/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usMon, 16 Sep 2024 16:22:40 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/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 ����ֱ�� 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/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.aspxNewshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxUndergraduate students from across the country spent their summer on ����ֱ��'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 ����ֱ�� conducting ocean and weather researchUndergraduate students from across the country spent their summer on ����ֱ��'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/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 ����ֱ�� 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 ����ֱ�� 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/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 ����ֱ�� 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/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 ����ֱ�� 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 ����ֱ��-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 ����ֱ�� 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,Newshttps://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 ����ֱ�� 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 ����ֱ��https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/reu-summer-oceanography-weather-research.aspxDiversity,News/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 ����ֱ�� 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 - ����ֱ�� 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 ����ֱ�� 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/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/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.aspx����ֱ�� 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 ����ֱ�� to tackle environmental challenges through new initiative with Tampa Bay Wave and the St. Petersburg Innovation District����ֱ�� 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 ����ֱ��./marine-science/news/2024/frank-muller-karger-distinguished-university-professor-recognized-for-pioneering-scientific-research-and-leadership.aspxAwards,News/marine-science/news/2023/ocean-research-cruise-trains-tomorrows-marine-scientists-through-hands-on-fieldwork.aspxOceanographic education and research combined for students aboard the five-day CORE cruise on the Florida Institute of Oceanography’s R/V Weatherbird II.Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Ocean research cruise trains tomorrow’s marine scientists through hands-on fieldworkOceanographic education and research combined for students aboard the five-day CORE cruise on the Florida Institute of Oceanography’s R/V Weatherbird II.Organized by researchers at the ����ֱ�� College of Marine Science, the Collaborative Oceanographic Research & Education (CORE) cruise gave students from the ����ֱ�� St. Petersburg campus and St. Petersburg College the opportunity to apply their skills aboard a five-day cruise on the Florida Institute of Oceanography’s R/V Weatherbird II. /marine-science/news/2023/ocean-research-cruise-trains-tomorrows-marine-scientists-through-hands-on-fieldwork.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,News/marine-science/news/2023/graduate-makes-waves-mapping-the-seafloor.aspxCatalina Rubiano is part of the first cohort to graduate from the College of Marine Science with the new hydrography (seafloor mapping) concentration.Fri, 08 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Graduate makes waves mapping the seafloorCatalina Rubiano is part of the first cohort to graduate from the College of Marine Science with the new hydrography (seafloor mapping) concentration.����ֱ��: A Preeminent Research University/marine-science/news/2023/graduate-makes-waves-mapping-the-seafloor.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/cms-faculty-earn-global-recognition-as-high-impact-researchers.aspxThe Stanford-Elsevier study identifies the top two percent of researchers worldwide across all fields of study, based on their citation impact through 2022.Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 CMS faculty earn global recognition as high-impact researchersThe Stanford-Elsevier study identifies the top two percent of researchers worldwide across all fields of study, based on their citation impact through 2022.Nine current CMS faculty and two emeritus faculty are recognized on the list of high-impact researchers, which includes career-long and single-year citations. /marine-science/news/2023/cms-faculty-earn-global-recognition-as-high-impact-researchers.aspxAwards,News/marine-science/news/2023/cms-receives-award-to-research-stressors-on-south-floridas-coastal-ecosystems.aspxCMS will receive $200,000 over four years through the newly funded Florida Regional Ecosystems Stressors Collaborative Assessment project.Thu, 30 Nov 2023 00:00:00 CMS receives award to research stressors on South Florida’s coastal ecosystemsCMS will receive $200,000 over four years through the newly funded Florida Regional Ecosystems Stressors Collaborative Assessment project.The newly funded Florida Regional Ecosystems Stressors Collaborative Assessment project will focus on climate impacts to South Florida’s coastal and marine ecosystems. Credit: Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary./marine-science/news/2023/cms-receives-award-to-research-stressors-on-south-floridas-coastal-ecosystems.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/ocean-color-science-meeting-draws-experts-from-around-the-world-to-st-petersburg.aspxThe International Ocean Colour Science Meeting 2023 saw attendees share innovative new research and nurture a strong global community for applied ocean color science.Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Ocean color science meeting draws experts from around the world to St. PetersburgThe International Ocean Colour Science Meeting 2023 saw attendees share innovative new research and nurture a strong global community for applied ocean color science.Hosted for the first time by the College of Marine Science at ����ֱ�� St. Petersburg, the International Ocean Colour Science Meeting nutured a strong global community for applied ocean color science. Credit: Chuanmin Hu, ����ֱ�� College of Marine Science Optical Oceanography Lab/marine-science/news/2023/ocean-color-science-meeting-draws-experts-from-around-the-world-to-st-petersburg.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/college-of-marine-science-to-lead-3-2-million-grant-to-develop-sargassum-forecasting-system.aspxImproved forecasting using satellite data and modeling will help researchers reduce Sargassum impacts on coastal communities.Mon, 23 Oct 2023 07:00:00 College of Marine Science to lead $3.2-million grant to develop Sargassum forecasting systemImproved forecasting using satellite data and modeling will help researchers reduce Sargassum impacts on coastal communities.The new grant aims to monitor and forecast Sargassum blooms such as this one that inundated a beach on the Caribbean island of Saint Martin. Photo credit: Mark Yokoyama./marine-science/news/2023/college-of-marine-science-to-lead-3-2-million-grant-to-develop-sargassum-forecasting-system.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/study-identifies-nutrients-as-driver-of-the-great-atlantic-sargassum-belt.aspxIn a recent journal article published in Nature Communications, researchers say they have identified that the nutrient content of Sargassum tissue could help determine the enrichment sources and potentially improve predictions and Sargassum management efforts.Fri, 13 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Study identifies nutrients as driver of the Great Atlantic Sargassum BeltIn a recent journal article published in Nature Communications, researchers say they have identified that the nutrient content of Sargassum tissue could help determine the enrichment sources and potentially improve predictions and Sargassum management efforts.The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt stretches 5,000 miles from West Africa to the Gulf of Mexico. Courtesy of Ellen Park./marine-science/news/2023/study-identifies-nutrients-as-driver-of-the-great-atlantic-sargassum-belt.aspxNewshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/students-conduct-science-at-sea.aspxEducation and research combined for students aboard a five-day cruise on the Florida Institute of Oceanography’s R/V Weatherbird II.External ArticleWed, 20 Sep 2023 00:00:00 Students conduct science at seaEducation and research combined for students aboard a five-day cruise on the Florida Institute of Oceanography’s R/V Weatherbird II.Students conduct science at seahttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2023/students-conduct-science-at-sea.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/researchers-propose-a-global-observatory-to-monitor-earths-biodiversity.aspxThe Global Biodiversity Observing System is a proposal designed to improve monitoring efforts of Earth’s biodiversity and, in turn, improve conservation in an age of climate change.Fri, 25 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Researchers propose a global observatory to monitor Earth’s biodiversityThe Global Biodiversity Observing System is a proposal designed to improve monitoring efforts of Earth’s biodiversity and, in turn, improve conservation in an age of climate change.Biodiversity fish reef/marine-science/news/2023/researchers-propose-a-global-observatory-to-monitor-earths-biodiversity.aspxNews,Publication Highlights/marine-science/news/2023/deep-diving-gliders-capture-key-ocean-data-for-hurricane-forecasting.aspxNew NOAA funding means ocean gliders operated by the ����ֱ�� College of Marine Science will help hurricane experts forecast storm intensity in the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean.Fri, 11 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Deep-diving gliders capture key ocean data for hurricane forecastingNew NOAA funding means ocean gliders operated by the ����ֱ�� College of Marine Science will help hurricane experts forecast storm intensity in the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean.Need image caption. PHOTO CREDIT: Jessica Van Vaerenbergh, ����ֱ�� CMS graduate student./marine-science/news/2023/deep-diving-gliders-capture-key-ocean-data-for-hurricane-forecasting.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/ship-granted-to-usf-will-enhance-fio-efforts-to-build-a-robust-ocean-science-and-maritime-workforce.aspxAfter a 4,000-mile journey, a 117-foot twin-hulled ship granted to the ����ֱ�� (����ֱ��) is docked at its new home port in St. Petersburg, where it will be operated by the Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO) to offer transformative opportunities for students to explore and advance the field of ocean science.Wed, 12 Jul 2023 00:00:00 Ship granted to ����ֱ�� will enhance Florida Institute of Oceanography’s efforts to build a robust ocean science and maritime workforceAfter a 4,000-mile journey, a 117-foot twin-hulled ship granted to the ����ֱ�� (����ֱ��) is docked at its new home port in St. Petersburg, where it will be operated by the Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO) to offer transformative opportunities for students to explore and advance the field of ocean science.Research Vessel Western Flyer/marine-science/news/2023/ship-granted-to-usf-will-enhance-fio-efforts-to-build-a-robust-ocean-science-and-maritime-workforce.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/an-ocean-hero-a-mentor-to-so-many-a-friend-to-all.aspxWe are sad about the passing of Dr. John Ogden. He died peacefully on Monday, June 25, 2023. Dr. John Ogden (1940-2023).Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 An Ocean Hero, A Mentor to so Many, A Friend to AllWe are sad about the passing of Dr. John Ogden. He died peacefully on Monday, June 25, 2023. Dr. John Ogden (1940-2023).John Conrad Ogden, 82 of St. Petersburg, FL/marine-science/news/2023/an-ocean-hero-a-mentor-to-so-many-a-friend-to-all.aspxBlogs and Perspectives,News/marine-science/news/2023/past-climate-change-to-blame-for-antarcticas-giant-underwater-landslides.aspxAn international team of scientists found weak biologically rich layers of sediments hundreds of metres beneath the seafloor which crumbled as oceans warmed and ice sheets declined.Thu, 18 May 2023 00:00:00 Past climate change to blame for Antarctica’s giant underwater landslidesAn international team of scientists found weak biologically rich layers of sediments hundreds of metres beneath the seafloor which crumbled as oceans warmed and ice sheets declined.Research vessel JOIDES Resolution surrounded by sea ice as it approaches Antarctica's eastern Ross Sea. CREDIT, Jenny Gales, University of Plymouth./marine-science/news/2023/past-climate-change-to-blame-for-antarcticas-giant-underwater-landslides.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/which-barotrauma-mitigation-method-is-best-for-red-snapper-and-red-grouper-caught-in-deep-water.aspxThe best way for recreational fishers to release red snapper and red grouper caught in the deeper waters of the Gulf of Mexico -- and physically traumatized from the pressure change experienced during the ascent -- is to use a descending device.Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 Which barotrauma mitigation method is best for red snapper and red grouper caught in deep water? Recompression outperforms venting, according to Gulf of Mexico studyThe best way for recreational fishers to release red snapper and red grouper caught in the deeper waters of the Gulf of Mexico -- and physically traumatized from the pressure change experienced during the ascent -- is to use a descending device.The best way for recreational fishers to release red snapper and red grouper caught in the deeper waters of the Gulf of Mexico -- and physically traumatized from the pressure change experienced during the ascent -- is to use a descending device. /marine-science/news/2023/which-barotrauma-mitigation-method-is-best-for-red-snapper-and-red-grouper-caught-in-deep-water.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/scientists-describe-carbon-cycle-in-a-subglacial-freshwater-lake-in-antarctica-for-first-time.aspxSurprising results from historic study suggest the shrinking West Antarctic Ice Sheet, a major threat to global sea level rise, was smaller and more dynamic in recent geologic past than previously thought.Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 Scientists describe carbon cycle in a subglacial freshwater lake in Antarctica for first timeSurprising results from historic study suggest the shrinking West Antarctic Ice Sheet, a major threat to global sea level rise, was smaller and more dynamic in recent geologic past than previously thought.CMS professor Brad Rosenheim and his former PhD student, Ryan Venturelli, upon arrival to McMurdo Station in Antarctica. McMurdo station is one of three US stations for scientific research in Antarctica—located >600 miles from Mercer Subglacial Lake./marine-science/news/2023/scientists-describe-carbon-cycle-in-a-subglacial-freshwater-lake-in-antarctica-for-first-time.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/scientists-identify-2022-sea-urchin-killer.aspxThe mass die-off of the long-spined sea urchin – a loss that threatens the health of coral reefs from the Caribbean to Florida’s east coast -- was caused by a one-celled organism called a ciliate.Wed, 19 Apr 2023 00:00:00 Scientists identify 2022 sea urchin killerThe mass die-off of the long-spined sea urchin – a loss that threatens the health of coral reefs from the Caribbean to Florida’s east coast -- was caused by a one-celled organism called a ciliate.The sea urchin killer/marine-science/news/2023/scientists-identify-2022-sea-urchin-killer.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/usf-cms-joins-noaas-caribbean-climate-adaptation-network.aspxThe ����ֱ�� College of Marine Science (����ֱ�� CMS) is one of nine institutions in a five-year NOAA-funded program that will work directly with communities in the Caribbean region to work on how best to prepare for and “adapt” to higher risks of disasters that come with a changing climate.Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 ����ֱ�� CMS joins NOAA’s Caribbean Climate Adaptation NetworkThe ����ֱ�� College of Marine Science (����ֱ�� CMS) is one of nine institutions in a five-year NOAA-funded program that will work directly with communities in the Caribbean region to work on how best to prepare for and “adapt” to higher risks of disasters that come with a changing climate.Hurricane Maria image from NOAA/marine-science/news/2023/usf-cms-joins-noaas-caribbean-climate-adaptation-network.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2023/how-to-pump-up-your-iron-hit-the-gym-eat-spinach-or-talk-to-tim-conway.aspxA Q&A with CMS Associate Professor Tim Conway about iron in the ocean.Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:00:00 How to pump up your iron: hit the gym, eat spinach, or talk to Tim ConwayA Q&A with CMS Associate Professor Tim Conway about iron in the ocean.Three-dimensional visualization of dissolved Fe isotope ratios (δ56Fe) along GEOTRACES sections in (a) the Atlantic and (b) the Pacific. Data are originally from Cyril Abadie, Tim Conway, Jessica Fitzsimmons, Joshua Helgoe, Hannah Hunt, Seth John, François Lacan, Nathan Lanning, Franck Poitrasson, Amadine Radic, Matthias Sieber, Yoshiki Sohrin, Brent Summers, Shotaro Takano, Emily Townsend, and Derek Vance; they are available in the GEOTRACES Intermediate Data Product 2021 (GEOTRACES Int. Data Prod. Group 2021) or are unpublished (GA08 and GP15, provided by Jessica Fitzsimmons and Tim Conway). The visualizations were created and provided by Reiner Schlitzer, Alfred Wegener Institute, Bremerhaven, Germany. Abbreviation: IRMM-014, Institute for Reference Materials and Measurements Standard 014./marine-science/news/2023/how-to-pump-up-your-iron-hit-the-gym-eat-spinach-or-talk-to-tim-conway.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2022/fjords-small-but-mighty-planetary-thermostats-whose-role-in-the-global-carbon-cycle-is-both-sink-and-source.aspxIf you’re worried about escalating human-induced climate change, consider adding fjords to your thank-you list during this season of gratitude.Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Fjords: small-but-mighty planetary “thermostats” whose role in the global carbon cycle is both sink and sourceIf you’re worried about escalating human-induced climate change, consider adding fjords to your thank-you list during this season of gratitude.Doubtful Sound, New Zealand, which Dr. Xingqian Cui visited in 2016, was apparently so-named because its discoverer, Captain James Cook, decided if he and the crew ventured into the fjord during a voyage in 1770, it would be “doubtful” that they would be able to sail back out of the fjord against the westerly wind./marine-science/news/2022/fjords-small-but-mighty-planetary-thermostats-whose-role-in-the-global-carbon-cycle-is-both-sink-and-source.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2022/hurricane-season-underscores-the-value-of-improved-flood-forecasting.aspxIn late May, forecasters at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center signaled a tempestuous 2022 Atlantic hurricane season.Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Hurricane season underscores the value of improved flood forecastingIn late May, forecasters at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center signaled a tempestuous 2022 Atlantic hurricane season.Florida’s flat, low-lying topography makes many areas susceptible to flooding. Hurricanes can highlight those vulnerabilities./marine-science/news/2022/hurricane-season-underscores-the-value-of-improved-flood-forecasting.aspxFlorida Flood Hub,News/marine-science/news/2022/distinguishing-the-influence-of-sediments-and-water-mass-mixing-on-the-distribution-of-iron-in-the-southeast-atlantic-ocean.aspxIron is a key micronutrient for primary production in the surface ocean. Iron isotopes can provide a window into the sources and cycling of iron to the surface and deep ocean.Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Distinguishing the influence of sediments, the Congo River, and water-mass mixing on the distribution of iron and its isotopes in the Southeast Atlantic OceanIron is a key micronutrient for primary production in the surface ocean. Iron isotopes can provide a window into the sources and cycling of iron to the surface and deep ocean.Hannah Hunt, Ph.D. student in the lab of Dr. Tim Conway/marine-science/news/2022/distinguishing-the-influence-of-sediments-and-water-mass-mixing-on-the-distribution-of-iron-in-the-southeast-atlantic-ocean.aspxNews,Publication Highlights/marine-science/news/2022/how-the-college-of-marine-science-responded-to-hurricane-ian.aspxIn the wake of the hurricane, researchers at the ����ֱ�� College of Marine Science (CMS) have been hard at work studying the storm’s impacts on the state. From high-resolution modeling to satellite imagery, these snapshots show our teams at work.Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 How the College of Marine Science responded to Hurricane IanIn the wake of the hurricane, researchers at the ����ֱ�� College of Marine Science (CMS) have been hard at work studying the storm’s impacts on the state. From high-resolution modeling to satellite imagery, these snapshots show our teams at work.Hurricane Ian made landfall on September 28 as the fourth-strongest storm in the state’s history./marine-science/news/2022/how-the-college-of-marine-science-responded-to-hurricane-ian.aspxFlorida Flood Hub,News/marine-science/news/2022/usf-led-team-detects-toxic-forever-chemicals-or-pfas-in-tampa-bay-fish-and-sediments.aspxThe first-of-its-kind study also outlines potential human health implications related to fish consumption.Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:00:00 ����ֱ��-led team detects toxic “forever chemicals,” or PFAS, in Tampa Bay fish and sedimentsThe first-of-its-kind study also outlines potential human health implications related to fish consumption.Fishing at Sunrise at Ballast Point Park Pier, Tampa, Florida/marine-science/news/2022/usf-led-team-detects-toxic-forever-chemicals-or-pfas-in-tampa-bay-fish-and-sediments.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2022/a-tribute-to-william-t-bill-hogarth-phd-1939-2022.aspxWilliam T. (“Bill”) Hogarth, 83, of Treasure Island FL passed away after a short illness on November 5, 2022.Wed, 09 Nov 2022 00:00:00 A Tribute to William T. “Bill” Hogarth, Ph.D. (1939-2022)William T. (“Bill”) Hogarth, 83, of Treasure Island FL passed away after a short illness on November 5, 2022.����ֱ��: A Preeminent Research University/marine-science/news/2022/a-tribute-to-william-t-bill-hogarth-phd-1939-2022.aspxNews/marine-science/news/2022/usf-team-selected-by-noaa-for-award-to-support-marine-sanctuaries.aspxThe three-year project, “Climate Change Indicators Across the National Marine Sanctuaries System,” is one of seven competitively selected projects addressing marine sanctuary management totaling $3.7 million.Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:00 ����ֱ�� Team Selected by NOAA for Award to Support Marine SanctuariesThe three-year project, “Climate Change Indicators Across the National Marine Sanctuaries System,” is one of seven competitively selected projects addressing marine sanctuary management totaling $3.7 million.Marine sanctuaries and monuments are some of our nation’s underwater treasures. This image was reproduced from the General Bathymetric Chart of the Oceans (GEBCO) world map and customized by NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries. Credit: NOAA/marine-science/news/2022/usf-team-selected-by-noaa-for-award-to-support-marine-sanctuaries.aspxNews,Resiliency News/marine-science/news/2022/warming-oceans-likely-to-shrink-the-viable-habitat-of-many-marine-animals-but-not-all.aspxAs the oceans warm squid and other vertical migrators living in tropical zones are likely to expand their habitat northward – but not necessarily leave their native tropical zones.Fri, 14 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Warming oceans likely to shrink the viable habitat of many marine animals – but not allAs the oceans warm squid and other vertical migrators living in tropical zones are likely to expand their habitat northward – but not necessarily leave their native tropical zones.This study is the first to drill down into the relationship between oxygen, temperature and the metabolic requirements of vertical migrators, which include krill to the jumbo squid (shown here). The metabolic requirements of vertical migrators suggest they may experience an expansion of their native habitat in response to changing ocean conditions. Credit: Stephani Gordon, Open Boat Films/marine-science/news/2022/warming-oceans-likely-to-shrink-the-viable-habitat-of-many-marine-animals-but-not-all.aspxNews