{"id":19232,"date":"2024-06-24T13:07:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-24T17:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncseagrant.ncsu.edu\/coastwatch\/?page_id=19232"},"modified":"2026-07-09T07:49:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T11:49:48","slug":"home2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ncseagrant.ncsu.edu\/coastwatch\/","title":{"rendered":"Science & News"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n
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INSIDE the summer 2026 issue…<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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Filters of the Future<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

An Innovative Treatment for Stormwater Runoff<\/strong>

Can non-woven fabrics help prevent harmful algal blooms?<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Did Giant Octopuses Rule the Ancient Seas?<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

New research on their fossilized jaws suggests massive octopuses may have been intelligent top predators 100 million years ago…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Birding on the Outer Banks<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Just a short drive from the beaches and buzzing vacation spots of the Outer Banks lies one of the East Coast\u2019s most remarkable natural refuges for birds and wildlife: Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Helene in Hindsight<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

A Sea Grant Knauss Fellow’s Experience with FEMA<\/strong>

Mac Gagn\u00e9, a lifelong weather enthusiast, had always dreamed of serving with the Federal Emergency Management Agency…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Landscapes that Last<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

A new webinar and video series explores sustainable practices that protect North Carolina\u2019s unique coastal environment\u2026<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Can Gene-Editing Serve the Blue Economy?<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Rewriting the Future of Coral Reefs<\/strong>

Molecular mechanisms could help coral reefs survive a warming ocean… <\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Hook, Line & Science<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Eavesdropping on Fish, Protections for Predators, and More<\/strong>

The latest science for anglers includes new research that shows nearly 93% of anglers have released sharks that they were legally allowed to keep…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Shore Whaling, Porpoise Hunting, Shipwrecks, and More<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The Cape Lookout Coastal System from the 15th to 21st Century<\/strong><\/strong>

In the first book in his new series with North Carolina Land of Water (NC LOW), Stan Riggs covers our coast over several centuries, and this excerpt brings pieces of that past to life…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Outer Banks, Late 1950s<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

“My father\u00a0pulled his ever-ready maroon humpback \u201952 Dodge in at a diminutive post office there, and we stepped inside to speak with the veteran postmistress, a friendly and astute woman in her late fifties named Maude Miller White, who had kept a sharp eye out for any suspicious coastal matters for the Navy during World War II…”<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Are Data Centers a Threat to Freshwater Fisheries?<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Energy and water demands from AI infrastructure affect waterways and habitats…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Coastal Currents<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The Latest Projects and News<\/strong>

New research projects and fellowship awards — plus a recap of the NC Water Resources Research Institute’s annual conference\u2026

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The North Carolina Coastal Conference Returns This Fall<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

North Carolina Sea Grant hosts the Coastal Conference again this year, providing a key platform for advancing the well-being of our state\u2019s coastal regions. The two-day conference will kick off November 17 at the Friday Center in Chapel Hill…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Rip Currents Safety<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Know Your Options<\/strong>

Share this poster and save a life.<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Guide to Coastal Living<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Storm Readiness and Recovery Basics<\/strong>

Hurricane season is here, which is why we’re reposting this practical information for you and your community…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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INSIDE THE spring 2026 issue…<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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The Food Network <\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Are Predators Following Blue Crabs?<\/strong>

Studying blue crabs and their surrounding aquatic environments can tell us about species higher in the food chain…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Touring the “Napa Valley of Oysters”<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Day Trips and Weekend Excursions on the NC Oyster Trail<\/strong>

The NC Oyster Trail features more than 90 sites across the state, stretching from the beaches of Cape Hatteras to the mountains of Cashiers…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Gauging Pamlico Sound\u2019s Shrimp Population<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Shrimpers, Scientists, and What They Tell Us<\/strong>

White shrimp have been on the rise, and a new North Carolina Sea Grant study shows that combining shrimpers\u2019 local knowledge\u00a0with traditional science leads to a clearer picture of why shrimp populations fluctuate…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Behind the Research<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Repairing Jordan Lake’s Ecosystem with Zooplankton<\/strong>

A larger population of zooplankton could result in more fish, larger fish, and improved sport fishing…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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At the Intersection of Culture, Training, and History<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The South Atlantic Regional Commercial Fishing Academy and Apprenticeship Program<\/strong>

The diminishing number of commercial fishers threatens the resilience of the nation\u2019s seafood industry \u2014 but apprenticeship programs offer a solution…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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When Water Meets Rock<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Water Quality Impacts from Lithium Mining<\/strong>

Researchers are investigating the residual effects\u00a0of lithium mining \u2014 and shedding light\u00a0on the potential impacts of future\u00a0mining operations…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Hook, Line & Science<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Interviews with Anglers, Cardio for Fish, and More<\/strong>

Half of the fish species in a new study are now inhabiting different areas of the East Coast…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Disease Detective<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Tracing the Spread of Parasites<\/strong>

Glory Kidimbu investigates the transmission of parasitic pathogens to waterways…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Launching Careers<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

NC STEM Policy Fellows Fuel the Public and Private Spheres<\/strong>

Since the program began in 2020, talented North Carolina graduates have been serving in state offices, gaining valuable insights and experience that have prepared them for key roles in industry and government…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Conservation Update<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Saving Cold-Stunned Sea Turtles<\/strong>

New research could help optimize sea turtle search and rescue…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Healthy Ecosystems<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

What Strategies Revive Public Oyster Grounds?<\/strong>

Rotating harvests and replenishing shells help oyster reefs recover…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Across the Atlantic<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Cold Water Meets Collective Will<\/strong>

Three southern African countries combine shared governance and regional cooperation to safeguard one of the world\u2019s most productive marine ecosystems…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Sea Science<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Where Oceans Connect<\/strong>

The Panama Canal joins the Pacific and Atlantic, making it a critical route\u00a0for global maritime trade \u2014 but this interoceanic link also increases\u00a0the risk of unintended introductions of marine species to new waters…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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What the Whales Show<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

PFAS Concentrations in North Atlantic Pilot Whales<\/strong>

Samples during the last three decades show that legacy PFAS are declining in the open ocean, but newer PFAS remain a major unknown and may be accumulating in near-source environments…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Letter from Susan White <\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Executive Director of North Carolina Sea Grant<\/strong>

A report from Tourism Economics says that travelers to our state in 2024 added $37 billion to our economy, up 3.1% from the previous year. North Carolina welcomes over 40 million visitors annually…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Coastal Currents<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

News Briefs and Updates<\/strong>

A new coastal landscapes webinar series, the latest winners of the national Knauss Fellowships, the 2026 Sea Grant-APNEP winner,\u00a0\u00a0remembering B.J. Copeland, and the return of the North Carolina Coastal Conference\u2026<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Off the NC Coast:<\/strong> Shipwrecks, Turbidities, and Other Wonders<\/strong>

Take a ride in an imaginary submersible, and explore unique creatures and geological features along the ocean floor. You never know what you’ll find…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Rip Currents Safety<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Share this poster and save a life.<\/strong>

Beachgoers often attempt to swim against a rip current and become exhausted before they can return to shore…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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INSiDE THE WINTER 2026 ISSUE<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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More Than Seafood<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The $100-Million Goal for North Carolina\u2019s Farmed Shellfish<\/strong>

North Carolina Sea Grant and the NC Coastal Federation are collaborating on a bold project to accelerate growth of the state\u2019s farmed shellfish industry…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Why Is North Carolina\u2019s Blue Crab Population Declining?<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

North Carolina Sea Grant and partners looked at clues from before and after the decrease began…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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What Will it Cost New Bern to Lose 60% of its Wetlands?<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

There could be a total loss of around $4 million from lost nitrogen removal services alone over the next 75 years, but, the lost environmental benefits from\u00a0all<\/em>\u00a0of the ecosystem services that wetlands provide could be \u201cmuch, much larger…\u201d<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Leaking Landfills<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Measuring Leachate Contamination in the Neuse and Tar-Pamlico Watersheds<\/strong>

Increasingly frequent extreme weather events flush contaminants — including leachate from landfills — into coastal waterways…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Drone Imagery Shows Shoreline Changes at Rachel Carson Reserve<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

A new North Carolina Sea Grant and NC Space Grant study using drone imagery reveals shifts in marsh and shoreline along Carrot Island in Beaufort…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Would a Humpback Whale Pass a Basic Human Eye Test?<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Whale eyes might be big, but some species may see the world much differently than we assumed…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Ready, Set, Resilience<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Two hurricanes and a global pandemic exposed a need to support students struggling with upheaval. Researchers at NC State and Duke collaborated with educators and others on a Sea Grant project to guide NC middle schoolers through turbulent times…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Sharks of North Carolina<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

A\u00a0Coastwatch<\/em>\u00a0Classic<\/strong>

The sounds, estuaries, and ocean waters in and around North Carolina provide a variety of habitats for water-dwelling species, including an abundance of sharks…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Hook, Line & Science<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

North Carolina Sea Grant\u2019s award-winning series for anglers<\/strong>

How can you tell a fish’s age \u2014 and why does it matter? <\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Protecting North Carolina Coastlines with Natural Solutions<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Sam Holberg, Sea Grant & Coastal Reserve Research Fellow<\/strong>

Researching the effects of oyster farms on shorelines could inform lasting, nature-based solutions for our coast…
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An Edenton Haunting<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Told for true along the Beaufort waterfront, June 2016<\/strong>

“That was the Captain. . . His boat went down in a hurricane off Ocracoke back in the \u201920s…”<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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VIDEO: First Sighting of a Colossal Squid in its Natural Habitat<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

And It\u2019s a Baby<\/strong>

One hundred years after the colossal squid’s discovery, a team on board a Schmidt Ocean Institute research vessel has filmed the species in waters off the South Sandwich Islands…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Winter 2026: A Hive of Activity<\/strong>

We\u2019re anticipating another great year, with your support and engagement leading our collective path forward. Of note, we\u2019re again delighted to announce the return of the North Carolina Coastal Conference in November…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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News Briefs and Updates<\/strong>

Two annual conferences, a new webinar series on eco-friendly plants, an open call for proposals for STEM Policy fellowships, and more…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Art and Science of Weather<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Accounting for Extremes — And More<\/strong>
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Constant fluctuation is part of coastal life. To work and recreate safely, we need to be able to predict the weather…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Keeper of the Light<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

“We all reach that point where we think, \u2018<\/strong>What can I do on this planet?’\u201d<\/strong>

Until the lighthouse came into service on December 1, 1875, Currituck Beach was the last \u201cdark space\u201d to be illuminated on the East Coast…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Coast to Coast<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Community Engaged Internships<\/strong>
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Deepfake Whales Could Be Key Conservation Tool<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

AI-Generated Images of Rare Species <\/strong>

Hyper-realistic deepfake images are notorious for celebrity pranking, but the technology has serious scientific applications, too…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Green Solutions at Biltmore Hills Park<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Reducing Stormwater Runoff for Rochester Heights Creek<\/strong>

\u201cYou lay awake and you think, Lord, when it storms, is that creek going to feed back up and be worse this time?”
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Snake-Hunting One Summer<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

\u201cHis purpose was not simply to catch snakes \u2014 he was trying to extend the range of some snake or another to the west of its known range in that part of the world, and to do so for The North Carolina Museum of Natural History.\u201d<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Killer Whales Swim NC Waters<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

How Our Orcas Are Different<\/strong>

Sightings of orcas are extremely rare, and most occur in two seasons of the year…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Hook, Line & Science<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Venting Deepwater Fish\u00a0\u2014<\/strong>\u00a0and More<\/strong>

Reef fish caught in deeper waters may not survive catch and release because of pressure trauma from surfacing too quickly…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Rip Currents Safety<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Spread the word. Share this poster \u2014 and save a life.<\/strong>

Rip currents can sweep even powerful swimmers away from shore…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Guide to Coastal Living<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

From Streets to Sea: Addressing Stormwater Runoff<\/strong>

Stormwater runoff is a big issue for coastal communities that rely on healthy waters for fishing, recreation, tourism, and drinking supplies…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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News and Research<\/strong>

New projects on sharks, crabs, HABs, run-off, radon, resilience, real-time tech for stormwater ponds, land-based sensors for coastal flooding, and more…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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From the Executive Director<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Fall 2025: Storms, Science, and Serving North Carolina<\/strong>

What an amazing community we have, from the mountains to the sea, providing strength and support for North Carolina Sea Grant…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Inside the summer 2025 issue…<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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Why Are Bonnethead Sharks on the Move?<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

What 44 Sharks from the North Edisto River Can Tell Us<\/strong>

Water temperatures may hold the answer…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Will North Carolina\u2019s Blue Crabs Go Extinct?<\/strong><\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The Future of the State\u2019s Most Valuable Commercial Fishery<\/strong>\u00a0

Environmental stressors may push blue crab populations to their breaking point…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Turtle Road<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Coastal NC Turtles — and More — from Bland Simpson <\/strong>

“He had just tried to get a snapper off of Old Greensboro Highway with a stick and his bare hands and arms, and that beast had bitten and slashed him till he looked as if he had been in a knife fight…”<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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A New World for Microbes<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Investigating the Plastisphere<\/strong>

Former Sea Grant fellow Austin Gray is exploring what happens when microbes meet microplastics…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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PFAS, Arsenic, and Trade-Offs<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

North Carolina’s Deeper Well Solution<\/strong>

\u201cComparatively, a bedrock well is the most cost-effective option…\u201d<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Flooding, Hurricanes, and Community Perspectives<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Carteret County and Ocracoke, North Carolina<\/strong><\/strong>

\u201cIf you\u2019re really trying to make change in a place, you have to know the people. Otherwise, it\u2019s just not going to work…\u201d<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Marine Protected Areas<\/strong>: Ghana\u2019s Dance with Conservation Efforts<\/strong>

Funding cuts, policy delays, and climate pressures threaten to derail Ghana\u2019s first marine protected area, putting livelihoods and biodiversity at risk…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Waste Not, Want Not<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Recycling Wastewater for Potable Use<\/strong>

A new project explores wastewater renewal…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Hook, Line & Science<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The Award-Winning Series for Anglers<\/strong>

Landing the biggest dolphinfish, finding black sea bass, predicting tournament winners, and more…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Rip Currents Safety Poster<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Print it out, put it up, or share the link. And save a life…<\/strong>
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Mariner’s Menu<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Summertime Delights<\/strong>

Enjoy summer with choice fish cakes and easy shrimp rolls…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Coastal Currents<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

News and Research<\/strong>

The South Atlantic Release Rodeo kicks off, land-based sensors offer a new look at coastal flooding, and more\u2026<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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INSIDE THE SPRING 2025 ISSUE…<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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Off the North Carolina Coast<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Shipwrecks, Turbidities, and Other Wonders<\/strong>

You never know what you’ll find if you take a ride in a submersible and explore the unique creatures and geological features along the ocean floor…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Gearing Up<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

How to Keep Terrapins out of Blue Crab Pots<\/strong>

Small gear adjustments can have a big impact…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Safeguarding Water<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Legislative Gaps and Innovative Solutions<\/strong>

A new approach to watershed health protects the Falls Lake drinking water supply for 500,000 North Carolina residents…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing: The Silent Threat to Oceans and Livelihoods<\/strong>

Can Ghana reverse its declining marine resources?<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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PET Predators<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Can New Bacteria Transform Ocean Cleanup?<\/strong>

Chemical and biomolecular engineer Nathan Crook and student Tianyu Li at NC State University are developing a microorganism that can break down and absorb plastic waste…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Vital Signs<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

NOAA\u2019s Global Climate Report<\/strong>

Last year brought unprecedented high temperatures and numerous severe weather events…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Networks of Recovery<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Findings from the JustWater Project<\/strong>

From Matthew to Helene, the North Carolina Inclusive Disaster Recovery Network has connected organizations and vulnerable communities…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Climate Change in the Napa Valley of Oysters<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Global Warming and NC\u2019s Most Important Shellfish<\/strong>

Rising seas and warming temperatures pose challenges for a critical, eco-friendly industry…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Red Snapper Hideaways, Lunar Luck, and More<\/strong><\/strong>

The latest research and news from the award-winning series for anglers… <\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Guide to Coastal Living<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Algal Blooms<\/strong>: How to Stay Safe<\/strong>

How can we avoid harmful algal blooms?<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Springtime Specials<\/strong>

Here’s how to enjoy Crab Cakes with Wasabi Sauce and Cream of Shrimp Soup…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Rip Currents Safety Poster<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Know Your Options<\/strong>

Share this poster and save a life…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Currents<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

News and Updates<\/strong>

A novel crop resilience project earns new funding, and much more…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Spring 2025: Renewal and Growth<\/strong>

Susan White remembers a Sea Grant giant…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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INSIDE THE WINTER 2025 ISSUE…<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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Accounting for the Unaccounted<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Thousands Hoped for Any Word of Family and Friends After Helene<\/strong>

Volunteer operators for a Community Emergency Response Team updated a database that provided responders with GPS coordinates to check as they searched mountains, valleys, and riversides…\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Teachers on the Tower (video)<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Frying Pan Tower: A Platform for Educators<\/strong><\/strong>

What better way to give educators more tools to teach about the ocean than to take them out into the Graveyard of the Atlantic?<\/em> <\/p>\n\t \t \n

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A Booming Industry \u2014 And a New Threat<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

North Carolina Oysters Face Unexplained \u201cMass Mortality Events\u201d<\/strong>

A cutting-edge project is addressing \u201cthe biggest hindrance to sustainable oyster aquaculture development in the Southeast.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Early Warnings<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Satellite Imagery May Help Protect Coastal Forests from Climate Change<\/strong>

A former\u00a0North Carolina Sea Grant-Space Grant Fellow\u00a0is pioneering a new method that will inform conservation planning.<\/em>..<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The 2024 NC Coastal Conference in Review<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

A Look Back at the Biggest NC Sea Grant Gathering to Date<\/strong>

The 2024 North Carolina Coastal Conference in November brought together over 330 coastal enthusiasts…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Managing Coastal Nitrogen Pollution<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Lessons from New Bern<\/strong>

Engineered solutions help to maintain coastal resilience and protect local economies…<\/em> <\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Environmental Sentinels<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Microplastics and Metals in Oysters<\/strong>

\u201cOur goal is to provide scientific data in context that can aid decision-making and dispel misinformation.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Mind the Gap<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Findings from the UN\u2019s\u00a02024 Emissions Gap Report<\/em><\/strong>

As emissions reach all-time highs, far more stringent goals are necessary to keep global warming under a threshold that would make heightened climate impacts unstoppable…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Hook, Line & Science<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Anglers vs. River Otters, Why We Fish Where We Do, and More<\/strong>

Here’s the the latest science and news for anglers<\/em>…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Vital Signs: New Sea Level Rise Projections for North Carolina<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The NC Coastal Resources Commission Science Panel’s Report<\/strong>

A new report\u00a0predicts marked sea level rise on the northern, central, and southern NC coast by 2050 and 2100…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Guide to Coastal Living<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

From Shore to Shady Spots: Plants That Thrive on Our Coast<\/strong>

Eco-friendly native plants and smart gardening practices can help to create healthy and beautiful coastal landscapes…\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Public Trust<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Bland Simpson Recounts “A Fisherman Challenged at Rich Inlet”<\/strong>

“If you don\u2019t let us fish in peace, the Attorney General\u2019s office and the\u00a0News & Observer\u00a0will soon learn there is a private North Carolina ocean beach not open to the public.”\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Mariner’s Menu: Winter Wonders<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Saut\u00e9ed Tuna Steaks with Tarragon<\/strong>, Baked Clams with Garlic Butter<\/strong>, and Oyster Fritters<\/strong>

Enjoy these seasonal favorites from North Carolina Sea Grant\u2019s popular online seafood guide…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Coastal Currents<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

News and Opportunities from North Carolina Sea Grant<\/strong>

Two open fellowships, a new paid apprenticeship in the commercial seafood industry, a look ahead at an ocean acidification education project, and more…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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INSIDE THE FALL 2024 ISSUE…<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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The Catastrophic Power of Hurricane Helene<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

North Carolina\u2019s New History of Record-Breaking Storms<\/strong>

Only six years separate Florence and Helene, but these \u201conce-in-a-thousand-year\u201d hurricanes have much in common. Along with other storms that have hit our state, Helene offers lessons \u2014 and a warning…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Undersea Vision of Fabien Cousteau<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Building the \u201cISS of the Ocean\u201d<\/strong>

PROTEUS\u2122 \u2014 the undersea equivalent of the International Space Station \u2014 will speed scientific discovery and may even spur medical breakthroughs…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Guide to Coastal Living<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Storm Readiness and Recovery Basics<\/strong>

Here’s practical information for you and your community during and after a major storm…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Tracking Loggerheads<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The Mysteries of Sea Turtle Migration<\/strong>

Satellite tagging on Bald Head Island reveals that loggerheads cover long distances up and down the East Coast \u2014 and beyond…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Hurricane Hazel<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

October 15th, 1954<\/strong>

\u201cShe had torn the south-facing beaches of Brunswick County all to hell and gone, wrecking the crab-and-fish houses and putting great schooners up into yards in Southport, and thrown fishing boats onto main streets in Morehead City and Beaufort.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Mapping the Impacts of North Carolina\u2019s Poultry Industry<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

A Novel Solution to a Lack of Public Data<\/strong>

How do concentrated animal feeding operations and their waste impact our state\u2019s waterways?\u00a0<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Plastic from the Mountains to the Sea<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Researchers and Community Members Join Forces on Plastic Pollution in North Carolina<\/strong>

From plastic trash along creeks and rivers, to microplastics in waterways \u2014 and in our bloodstreams \u2014 plastic pollution is present on every continent, including Antarctica…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Hook, Line & Science<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Shrinking Fish, Saving Manta Rays, and More<\/strong>

Scientists discover a global phenomenon \u2014 shrinking fish \u2014 but the reasons behind it aren\u2019t clear cut…
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Coastwatch Classroom<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

NC Stream Watch\u2019s Indoor-Outdoor Classrooms<\/strong>

\u201cWe have goals to raise awareness about natural resource careers earlier, rather than waiting until people are in college \u2014 trying to spark those little nuggets of this is a possibility<\/em> early on.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Mariner’s Menu<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

For Autumn Appetites<\/strong>

Here’s what to make this Fall — with videos about how to make it…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Coastal Currents<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

News and Research Updates<\/strong>

New fellows, new hires, and exciting new projects…<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Contamination of Indigenous Lands<\/strong><\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

BONUS CONTENT FROM THE SUMMER 2024 ISSUE<\/strong>

Health issues are becoming more frequent for “The People of the Falling Star.” The answers may lie at their feet…\u00a0<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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North Carolina’s True Ghost Story<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

A Tale of Carbon, Salt, and Sea Level Rise<\/strong>

A new study is using satellite imagery to predict the next ghost forests.<\/em>..<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Soul of the Soil<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The Contamination of Indigenous Lands<\/strong>

Health issues are becoming more frequent among the Waccamaw Siouan Tribe. The answers may lie at their feet…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Catching up with John Mallette<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The Untold Stories of African Americans in North Carolina\u2019s Seafood Industry<\/strong><\/strong>

\u201cAs long as I was around a boat and I was on the water, I really didn\u2019t care about anything else.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Ancient Oyster Fisheries<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Old Practices and What They Reveal<\/strong>

Indigenous peoples sustained massive oyster fisheries for 5,000 to 10,000 years \u2014 or longer…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Seashells of North Carolina<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Excerpts from the Updated and Expanded New Edition<\/strong>

Beachcombers and researchers alike have revered the original publication for decades. North Carolina Sea Grant and UNC Press have just released the latest edition\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Hook, Line & Science<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The Award-Winning Series for Anglers<\/strong>

Saving the red snapper, angling around windmills, and the night life of oyster toadfish…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Guide to Coastal Living<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Bulkheads: Challenges and Tips<\/strong>

Bulkheads sometimes are cheaper to install, but the long-term costs of maintenance can be steep…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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1,000 More Miles<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

New Fish Passage Facilities Restore Access to NC Habitat<\/strong>

Updates at the Blewett Falls Hydroelectric Project now allow American eel and other fish to access previously blocked upstream riverine habitat\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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How Climate Change Affects Your Health<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Infographics on Air Quality and Heat Waves<\/strong>

Global warming impacts human health, especially during summertime…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Rip Currents Safety<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Know Your Options<\/strong>

Over a million people have seen this poster in 2024. Share it and save a life…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Vital Signs: Caribbean Creep<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Warming Waters and the Spread of New Species<\/strong>

More species are moving into the Mid-Atlantic…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Safety Alert: Hurricane Season Is Here<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Tips, Tools, and Resources<\/strong>

New guidance from NOAA advises people\u00a0not\u00a0to focus on a specific storm category. A storm’s \u201cscale\u201d only reflects the strongest winds near the center of the storm\u00a0\u2014\u00a0not\u00a0potentially life-threatening flooding from storm surge or rain…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Special Announcement: The NC Coastal Conference Returns to the Coast<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

Registration is now open.<\/strong>

This year’s conference will again feature a wide array of presentations that address pressing issues for our state\u2019s coastal communities and ecosystems…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Mariner’s Menu<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

New Cooking Videos<\/strong>

Here’s what to make — and how to make it. <\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Letter from the Executive Director<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

The Latest Updates from North Carolina Sea Grant<\/strong>

June marked the start of another hurricane season, and NOAA has projected above-normal Atlantic hurricane activity through November 30th…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Creature Feature: Conan O\u2019Brien Worms, Sea Dragons, and Ocean Aliens<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

BONUS CONTENT from the SPRING 2024 issue<\/strong>

Recent research proves the ocean contains no shortage of curiosities…<\/em><\/p>\n\t \t \n

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