Dave Shaw

Apr 23, 2021

Summer and Fall Bring Bioluminescence to the Outer Banks

National Park Service officials say the blue color is likely caused by microscopic dinoflagellate plankton floating in the water. The plankton “make their own food using photosynthesis,” and bioluminescence is a byproduct, the NPS says.

Apr 22, 2021

NC Coastal Research Goes Beyond Just Earth Day

For North Carolina Sea Grant and our partners, every day celebrates our planet, including our lands and waters.

Apr 20, 2021

Building Coastal Resilience Through Shoreline Management

North Carolina’s estuaries are home to vast, lush salt marshes, mounds of oyster reefs, and flowing seagrass beds. These beautiful habitats provide a wealth of ecosystem services, including shoreline protection, sediment and nutrient filtration, habitat for our fisheries, and carbon sequestration, yet they are increasingly under threat.

Apr 20, 2021

Enhanced Engagement and Risk Communication for Underserved Communities

Good risk communication takes determination, a strong “stick-with-it” approach, and the ability to really listen and implement what you hear -- and there are additional challenges with underserved populations. These best practices emerged from the research.

Apr 14, 2021

North Carolina State Climate Office Offers Data on Demand

The North Carolina State Climate Office (NCSCO) has a new data request tool that makes it faster and easier than ever before to access weather and climate data from across North Carolina.

Apr 13, 2021

Amazing Astronaut: Cardman to Share Success at NC Space Symposium

On April 16th Zena Cardman, a NASA astronaut, will be the keynote speaker for the NC Space Symposium. The Symposium is a free, virtual event from 1 to 5 p.m. Be sure to register beforehand.

Apr 12, 2021

Join the NC Statewide Star Party April 16-17

Stargazers of all ages will be part of the 9th annual North Carolina Statewide Star Party on Friday, April 16 and Saturday, April 17. With a theme of the Moon and Mars, the event is part of the annual NC Science Festival.

Apr 8, 2021

Astronaut Zena Cardman Helps Launch the NC Space Symposium on April 16

NC Space Grant will host the virtual NC Space Symposium on April 16th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. NASA astronaut Zena Cardman, an alumna of the NC Space Grant program, will deliver the keynote address -- and registration is free.

Apr 7, 2021

Sea Grant Publishes a Guide to Commercial Seafood

Barry Nash, North Carolina Sea Grant’s seafood marketing specialist, has compiled A Primer on North Carolina Seafood, a free online resource for anyone interested in the commercial seafood industry.

Apr 6, 2021

SpeedCon Launches April 24

SpeedCon is an annual conference held by the Technical Communication Association (TCA) at NC State University. This year’s conference will be held virtually over Zoom, and the theme is “Communication During a Pandemic.”