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....Continue reading "Summer and Fall Bring Bioluminescence to the Outer Banks"
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....Continue reading "North Carolina State Climate Office Offers Data on Demand"
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....Continue reading "Join the NC Statewide Star Party April 16-17"
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....Continue reading "Sea Grant Publishes a Guide to Commercial Seafood"
NC WRRI Seeks Coordinator for Research and Engagement
North Carolina’s Water Resources Research Institute is accepting applications for the coordinator of research and engagement....Continue reading "NC WRRI Seeks Coordinator for Research and Engagement"