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Gokushoviruses 鈥� viruses that show that, in the ocean, size doesn鈥檛 matter
Viruses have been getting a bad rap lately, but viruses are essential to many processes in the oceans.
December 13, 2021News
![USF marine scientists launch first mission to map Tampa Bay鈥檚 vulnerable coastal areas using remotely operated 鈥榰ncrewed鈥� vessel. Lessons learned from an innovative approach will inform coastal resiliency efforts in 91社区 and beyond. A press conference was held Dec. 9th. [Additional drone video by Eckerd College / Joe Salcedo.]](/marine-science/news/images/usf-marine-science-floor-mapping-490x327.jpg)
USF launches first mission to map vulnerable coastal areas in Tampa Bay and Gulf of Mexico using a remotely operated 鈥榰ncrewed鈥� vessel
The mapping products from this approach will also be used to improve storm surge modeling and prediction, maritime safety, fisheries management and more.
December 9, 2021News
USF marine scientists launch first mission to map Tampa Bay鈥檚 vulnerable coastal areas using remotely operated 鈥榰ncrewed鈥� vessel
Media are invited on Dec. 9 at 9 a.m. to see the latest generation of robotic marine technology in action and hear from experts on how this mission will improve coastal resiliency in 91社区.
December 8, 2021News
Special Issue of Oceanography Highlights the Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON)
Examples and stories illustrate the uses and value of an operational MBON.
December 7, 2021News
Holes and headaches exposed in audit of global ocean observing systems
By the year 2100, if no significant changes are made in how we monitor and safeguard marine life, more than half of the world鈥檚 marine species may stand on the brink of extinction.
November 4, 2021News
Dr. Michelle Guitard, CMS alum and paleoceanographer, wins prestigious USF award
Congratulations, Dr. Guitard! She was recently honored in a virtual event, which included this short video in which she shared her research interests.
Team that includes USF marine chemist awarded grant as part of NOAA鈥檚 largest 5-year investment to fight climate crisis
For the last 21 years and counting, a fleet of Argo floats roaming the top half of the global oceans have helped scientists keep their fingers on the pulse of the planet -- collecting critical data that help us better understand how the oceans are changing in response to human activities.
October 12, 2021News
A USF-led Team Awarded NSF Convergence Accelerator Grant to Link the Green Economy to the Blue Economy at the Coast
A USF-led team headed by Maya Trotz, environmental engineering professor and principal investigator (PI), has been awarded a grant by the National Science Foundation (NSF).
October 11, 2021News
USF College of Marine Science Joins Ocean Visions Network
The USF College of Marine Science (USF CMS) announced it has joined the Ocean Visions Research Consortium.
September 20, 2021News
New jellyfish species named after FIO director, USF professor
The Aurelia montyi is one of 28 Aurelia species, also known as 鈥渕oon jellies,鈥� because their pale bell resembles a full moon.
September 17, 2021News
Pole-to-pole for trace metal science
Trace metals, such as iron, zinc, and copper are rare in the ocean and tricky to study but understanding them is as critical as understanding the role of vitamins, or toxins, in human health.
September 16, 2021News
Faculty Seminar kicks off the school year
CMS professors share their latest contributions to oceanography research with the College of Marine Science community.
September 3, 2021News