Author: Emily Kenworthy
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Marine science that sticks
Anne Lindsay creates opportunities to explore.
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Marine Extension, Georgia Sea Grant recognized for leadership in oyster research and restoration
The University of Georgia Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant has been named to the…
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Mona Behl elected as fellow of the American Meteorological Society
AMS Fellow status honors outstanding contributions to atmospheric and ocean sciences.
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Study highlights economic benefits of Georgia’s artificial reefs
Repurposed materials create valuable marine ecosystems and economic opportunities.
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Georgia researchers, residents work together to monitor harmful algal blooms
UGA team collaborates to better track and understand harmful algal blooms events along the coast.
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UGA Aquarium volunteers monitor coastal nest boxes
The program tracks the nesting and breeding behaviors of common birds.
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Rain gardens created to mitigate coastal flooding
Georgia’s coastal communities are getting help from UGA’s Marine Extension.
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If students can’t get to the coast, UGA brings the coast to them
Since February, the marine education staff has educated more than 1,000 students.
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Recycled shrimp nets used to remove marine debris
Through Trawl to Trash, commercial shrimpers sew bags to collect debris.
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Sea turtle educates thousands then returns to ocean
The loggerhead served as an ambassador for the UGA Aquarium on Skidaway.
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Program certifies ecotourism guides at the Georgia coast
UGA program provides best practices related to water-based tourism activities.
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UGA partners to develop fishing career pathway
The workforce development program targets high school students on the coast.
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UGA, fishing industry expand market, protect whales
Coastal researchers test fishing gear to keep endangered North Atlantic right whale safe.
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Students learning about the sea virtually
K-12 students across the state get real-time access to marine education.
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UGA naturalist honored with endowed fellowship
John “Crawfish” Crawford retired, but his legacy will continue.
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Connecting Georgia seafood producers to consumers
A UGA partnership is solving a problem caused by the pandemic.
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UGA helps communities avert public health crisis
Failing septic tanks along Georgia coast can contaminate groundwater.
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Horseshoe crabs play key role in biomedical industry
UGA marine researchers are exploring ways to protect the species from decline.
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UGA partners on study to find sustainable methods of harvesting horseshoe crabs
UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant is working with a pharmaceutical company to farm…
