Research Programs have a primary focus of investigating processes related to coastal and marine environments and societal implications related to natural hazards, resource sustainability, and environmental change.
New System Maps Nearshore Environments
USGS scientists developed and assembled a boat-mounted system that simultaneously measures onshore elevations and seafloor depths in nearshore environments to obtain extremely accurate elevation measurements for modeling and studying coastal change over time.
Assessing Coral Bleaching
During a major coral bleaching event in Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, USGS scientists conducted underwater surveys using the Along Track Reef Imaging System (ATRIS) to assess the percentage of corals that bleached or died. Learn more about ATRIS and its use in coral reef research.
Coastal Change from Hurricane Irene
A series of before and after aerial images of the Outer Banks show the impact of Hurricane Irene on the coastline.
Arctic Cruise Explores Changing Ocean
USGS scientists are embarking on a research cruise to the Arctic Ocean to collect data and determine trends in ocean acidification from the most remote ocean in the world.
Tapping Florida's Sun for Energy
Recently installed solar collectors are providing the Center with renewable energy that will reduce our carbon footprint while saving on energy costs.
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SPCMSC hosts Central High School Students
Reference Publication Highlights SPCMSC Microbial Work
Workshop on Geologic Records of Sea Level Rise to be held in St. Pete
SPCMSC Coral Research Discussion Topic for Norwegian Ministry of Environment Meeting
Use Case Methodology Presented at Workshop for Potential Future CMGP Database Development
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Ocean Acidification: Research on Top of the World
Microfossils Reveal Climatic History of the Gulf of Mexico
Corals: A 50-Year Photographic Record of Change
In Harm's Way: Measuring Storm Impacts to Forecast Future Vulnerability
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