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North Carolina Sea Grant hosts the Coastal Conference again this year, providing a key platform for advancing the well-being of our state’s coastal regions. The two-day conference will kick off November 17 at the Friday Center in Chapel Hill.

The conference will feature a wide variety of presentations that address pressing issues for anyone interested in our state’s coastal communities and environment. Discussions will span from scientific research and STEM outreach to innovative approaches that bridge fields and disciplines. The recap of the last Coastal Conference is available here.

Sessions on timely topics — and networking events — will provide attendees with opportunities to teach, engage, and learn alongside like-minded participants and potential collaborators. In addition, the conference will offer professional development credits.

The Coastal Conference also welcomes sponsors and exhibitors whose work aligns with North Carolina Sea Grant’s pivotal efforts in collaboration with policymakers and scientists. By supporting this year’s conference, sponsors and participants will help forge partnerships, advance research, and enhance education and outreach across North Carolina.

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