FAU lands $1.3M grant to clean up stinky seaweed in Florida
The project will assess the feasibility of in-water harvesting of this floating brown seaweed, called sargassum.
Back to the future: What does history show about what lies ahead for coral reefs?
A new study suggests that environmental stressors might limit the ability of Florida reefs to function as long-term climate refuges.
Study explores the resilience of coral reef sponge populations after hurricanes
The study found the populations may benefit from increased frequency and magnitude of hurricanes to maintain genetic diversity.
FAU receives $1M USDA grant for Microbiome Innovation Center
The center will help address the challenges facing agriculture and the declining interest of the next generation in related careers.
New AI method counts manatee clusters in real time
Florida Atlantic University researchers have harnessed the powers of artificial intelligence to help save the beloved manatee.
Green macroalga has replaced seagrass in the Indian River Lagoon
Seagrasses are keystone species within estuaries and provide many important ecosystem services.
FAU study first to show impacts of heat on U.S. leatherback sea turtle hatchlings
Hatchlings from the highest nest temperatures had shorter flippers compared to hatchlings from mid-season nests.
FAU study finds massive loss of tidal flats along US coasts over 31 years
Sea-level rise and rapid urbanization have resulted in a 'coastal squeeze' between land and sea.
FAU study: Septic systems, not fertilizer, fueling environmental problems in Indian River Lagoon
Researchers from FAU’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute conducted the study to assess the effectiveness of fertilizer bans.
Overlooked algae toxin widespread in southern Indian River Lagoon
Researchers from Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute collected surface water samples from five locations along the lagoon.
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