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Age matters when determining how to protect life in the ocean; every population needs a strong cohort of adults to produce the next generation. But many marine protected areas (MPAs) are falling short of their most basic purpose:…

1. IntroductionThe vastness of the world’s oceans and the increasing demand for underwater activities highlight the integral role of navigation beneath the waves . Submarines, autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), and remotely operated…

The Marine Economy Satellite Account (MESA) statistics released today by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) show the marine economy accounted for 1.9 percent, or $432.4 billion, of current-dollar U.S. gross domestic product (GDP)…

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - Aviators from the Alaska Army National Guard and the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence are training at the Marine Corps…

The beautiful, gnarled, nooked-and-crannied reefs that surround tropical islands serve as a marine refuge and natural buffer against stormy seas. But as the effects of climate change bleach and break down coral…

As the levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere continue to increase and climate change impacts become more costly, the scientific community is redoubling efforts to investigate the potential risks and benefits of artificially…

3.2.1. Waste Generated from Land-Based ActivitiesPopulation, a driving force, is an indicator of land-based anthropogenic sources of plastic waste generated by household consumption and coastal and beach visitation. According to the…

While undertaking a systematic policy review, this research paper examined various sources, including scholarly journals, books, legal documents, and policy papers, as shown in Figure 1. It is important to note that this paper focused on…

1. IntroductionAfter water, sand stands as the second-most exploited and utilized natural resource globally . Its diverse industrial applications include being a crucial raw material in the manufacturing of various commodities such as…

3.1. The Challenging Factors in the Shift to Eco-Friendly Marine FuelsIn this section, the study discusses some challenging factors in the shift to eco-friendly marine fuels. First, from a ‘technical’ perspective, ship owners are…

1. IntroductionThe continuous growth in population and the evolving development patterns of coastal cities have significantly altered the marine and coastal environment . The Emirate of Dubai (UAE), boasting a 64 km shoreline length,…

The Recruit Assessment Program is a cross-sectional, baseline survey of United States. Marine recruits administered at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. This report presents RAP study procedures and survey content that was…

The Recruit Assessment Program is a cross-sectional, baseline survey of U.S. Marine recruits administered at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. This report presents RAP study procedures and survey content that was…

The Recruit Assessment Program is a cross-sectional, baseline survey of U.S. Marine recruits administered at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. This report presents RAP study procedures and survey content that was…

Plus, there are experts in data management. Look for expertise at your institution (hint, libraries are great and not just for books) or join a community of practice like ESIP’s Collaboration Areas. Take a Quick Dip into Marine Data…

Plus, there are experts in data management. Look for expertise at your institution (hint, libraries are great and not just for books) or join a community of practice like ESIP’s Collaboration Areas. Take a Quick Dip into Marine Data…

1. IntroductionThe excessive accumulation of nitrite is a major challenge in marine aquaculture . Intensive marine aquaculture, characterized by high stocking densities, necessitates substantial feeding to meet the nutritional…

The Washington Sea Grant Hershman Fellowship has a track record of launching recent graduates into marine policy careers Many Hershman alums find themselves coming back full circle as they mentor the next generation of fellows…

Sports Heroes Who Served is a series that highlights the accomplishments of athletes who served in the U.S. military. Patty Berg, a founder and the first president of the Ladies Professional Golf…

1. IntroductionDue to the increase in global seaborne trade, the shipping industry is rapidly growing, and there is an increasing interest in greenhouse gases (GHGs) and other pollutants generated from ships. The ‘Fourth International…

World War II's Battle of Iwo Jima is considered one of the bloodiest ever fought by Marines. Marine Corps Sgt. William George Harrell's story embodies the grim fortitude and exceptional valor put forth that…

Overview of potential outcomes for organic carbon sequestered in oxic and anoxic regions of the seafloor. Red arrows indicate potential pathways for sequestered…

Simulation of trajectories of microplastic particles released into the North Atlantic Ocean after 0 days (a), 12 days (b), 38 days (c) and 76 days (d). Credit: Credit:…

Humpback whales were affected by a marine heatwave in the Pacific OceanNicola Ransome The number of humpback whales in the North Pacific Ocean fell by 20 per cent between 2012 and 2021, according to a study that used…

The extreme anticyclonic anomaly over Northeast Asia triggered multiple climate disasters over distinct regions in July 2021. Credit: IAP A…

SEM and EDX images of the surface of the concrete with submerged inoculation: (a) MIC, (b) BCCI (F-3), and (c) CC; and with tidal inoculation: (d) MIC, (e) BCCI…

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission to Hold Virtual Delaware…

Diving northern gannetsKat Zhou/UPY 2024 Snowy-white northern gannets (Morus bassanus) plunge into icy waters off the Shetland Islands in Scotland in search of food in this action-packed photograph. The seabirds are…

HOLLAND, Mich., Feb. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tiara Yachts, a family-owned manufacturer of American-made luxury watercrafts, is celebrating its 50th anniversary today, February 18, 2024. Founded by Leon Slikkers under the parent…

Grammy Award-winner Shaggy, a Reggae rapper and songwriter, was also a Marine, enlisting in 1988 as an artilleryman. He served with 5th Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, aka "The Five and Dime," 2nd Marine Division,…

1. IntroductionMarine litter is becoming increasingly recognized as a major threat to marine wildlife. Plastics constitute most of the marine litter, and they have become ubiquitous in ocean basins . Plastics are known for their…

In new research on marine habitat prediction, scientists supported by the Climate Program Office’s Modeling, Analysis, Predictions, and Projections (MAPP) Program evaluate how different species respond to ocean dynamics in a changing…

A newly published dataset, supported by the Climate Program Office’s Climate Observations and Monitoring (COM) Program, provides valuable insights into the oceanographic conditions within the Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary…

Atlantic State Marine Fisheries Commission to Hold Virtual Public Hearing…

The figure shows the most powerful heat wave in the Arctic Ocean to date in 2020, which continued for 103 days. The cumulative heat intensity sums up the daily…

Microscopic marine fungi are abundant, with around 2000 species found to dateDayarathne MC et al. (2020) TAKE a walk along a seashore almost anywhere in the world and you will probably see colourful patches of life…

1. IntroductionOver the past 35 years, marine aquaculture production has grown from one million tons per year to about 55 million tons . Onshore and offshore fish farming certainly has a very critical aspect in the impact of farm wastes…

A Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego-led research team discovered for the first time that a common marine sponge hosts bacteria that specialize in the production of toxic compounds nearly…

Soldier crabs may be at risk of eating plastic fishing equipmentBenjamin Mos Marine animals may be more likely to eat biodegradable plastics than conventional plastics, according to a study of crabs and worms on a…

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain New research into the marine phosphorus cycle is deepening our understanding of the impact of human…

Madison earned her Ph.D. in biology from Georgia Institute of Technology in 2022. Image credit: Madison Willert.My name is Madison Willert and I’m a 2023 Knauss fellow through Georgia Sea Grant. My work in the National Oceanic and…

Marine Corps Pfc. Raymond Michael Clausen Jr. wasn't exactly known for acquiescing to authority during his time in Vietnam, and that lack of obedience helped save more than a dozen Marines who got trapped in a…

NEWS FEED Millsboro FireDate Posted: January 26, 2024 Governor Carney Presents Fiscal Year 2025 Recommended BudgetDate Posted: January 25, 2024 Governor Carney’s Statement on Senate…

1. IntroductionMarine economic activities have been recognized as the key driving force for global economic growth in recent years . The development level of the marine economy represents a country’s overall national strength . As the…

Appendix A. Printable Version of the Questionnaire (English Version)SPONGES AS ORNAMENTAL SPECIES FOR THE AQUARIUMFirst of all, we would like to thank you for your kind cooperation.We are conducting scientific research aimed at…

Like many men born in the mid-1800s, Marine Corps Sgt. Richard Binder immigrated to America to find better opportunities. By the time the Civil War came around, the U.S. was his adopted home, and he was ready…

Speaker Haraldur Sigurdsson, Emeritus Professor, Graduate School of Oceanography, University of Rhode Island Iceland Rifting Today Abstract As an exposed segment of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, Iceland is a valuable and…

1. IntroductionIn the present era of unsustainable fossil fuel use, lifestyle and society are still reliant on petroleum and other petrochemicals as energy sources and for other needs. For more than 100 years, oil has powered global…

  In the past few years, there has been an increase in awareness and interest in microplastic research, as well as the impact these plastics have on the environment and human health. Recently, the NCEI Microplastics team published a…

To paraphrase author Mark Twain, reports of declining phytoplankton in the North Atlantic may have been greatly exaggerated. An earlier study used ice cores in Antarctica to suggest that marine productivity in the North Atlantic had…