Dave Shaw

May 10, 2018

The Future of Shrimping: What’s New in Conservation Gear

Next week, the N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission will discuss the results of a three-year, collaborative research effort to develop technical solutions to reduce bycatch in North Carolina’s shrimp trawl fishery.

Apr 18, 2018

Diving Into the National Ocean Sciences Bowl

North Carolina School of Science and Math is heading to the National Sciences Bowl after winning first place at the regional Blue Heron Bowl. They recount their journey to this point.

Mar 19, 2018

Where in the World Is Shelly Island?

Images from NASA Earth Observatory, taken on July 7, 2017 (left) and February 16, 2018, reveal the dynamism of the Outer Banks coast. By DANIELLE COSTANTINI The sea giveth, and…

Oct 30, 2017

Ghost Forests: More Than Halloween Scenes

Far from being frighteningly fun for Halloween, ghost forests are a growing problem along much of the East Coast. Learn more about this topic that is the focus of a North Carolina Sea Grant/Space Grant fellowship.

Oct 25, 2017

Zombies and Invaders in Estuaries, Oh My!

A new exhibit at North Carolina Estuarium focuses on biological invasions, an important conservation issue in eastern North Carolina estuaries — where salty and freshwater mix.

Sep 8, 2017

Interpreting Irma: What Do All Those Watches and Warnings Mean?

Jessica Whitehead reviews some of the terms used to describe hazards North Carolina might encounter as Hurricane Irma approaches the state over the next few days.

Aug 23, 2017

Marine Debris Survey and Symposium

Help us learn about efforts related to marine debris in North Carolina by filling out this brief survey by Sept. 5: tinyurl.com/marinedebrissurvey. Your answers will help determine who is doing what, and identify potential actions and partners, be used to complement the state's existing marine debris reduction strategy. Also, plan to attend the N.C. Marine Debris Symposium at the Duke Marine Lab in Beaufort on Oct. 16 and 17.

Aug 16, 2017

In Search of Variety, Flexibility in Seafood Choices

Barry Nash outlines some consumer preferences that are influencing what kinds of food products hit the market, trends that might boost demand for local seafood.

Aug 15, 2017

New Island Sheds Light on Ever-Changing N.C. Coast

Shelly Island has been amazing visitors to Cape Point all summer, but the North Carolina coast is always changing.

Aug 15, 2017

Pack Safety to Visit Shelly Island, Other N.C. Beaches

The newly exposed shoal off of Cape Point appears to be growing closer to the coast, but the distance can be deceiving.