Statewide ‘Water/Ways’ Exhibit Launches in May

February 25, 2020 | Katelyn Vause

The North Carolina Humanities Council will launch the Smithsonian’s “Water/Ways” exhibit statewide in 2020-2021....

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Community, Ecosystem Resilience Highlighted at 2019 NC Coastal Conference

December 2, 2019 | Katelyn Vause

North Carolina Sea Grant hosted the 2019 Coastal Conference in Wilmington at the Hotel Ballast. ...

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Wetland Chemical Composition Changes Hourly

September 10, 2019 | Katelyn Vause

Nitrate levels in wetlands fluctuate throughout the day, according to a new study from researchers at NC State. The findings have implications for how to measure and account for nitrate, which can originate from fertilizers and sometimes act as a pollutant....

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Few Traces Remain from 19th-Century “Wild and Terrific” Hurricanes

August 28, 2019 | Katelyn Vause

More than 100 years ago, two hurricanes tore up the North Carolina coast with little warning and a devastating impact....

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NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher Earns Sensory Inclusive Certification

August 27, 2019 | Katelyn Vause

The aquarium recently earned its Sensory Inclusive Certification. Staff from all departments, as well as many volunteers, underwent training to better understand and interact with guests with differing sensory characteristics....

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