Scientists harness AI to discover a rise in floating algae across the global ocean
Blooms of macroalgae such as sargassum seaweed rose by 13.4% per year in the tropical Atlantic and western Pacific.
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How ancient plankton point to the resilience of ocean ecosystems
The study suggests that ocean warming may not lead to the decline in nutrients and fisheries predicted by earlier models.
USF experts lead on sargassum research, monitoring and prediction
When the yellow-brown seaweed washes ashore, the decaying biomass harms people, marine life and economies.
Working against warming to save coral reefs
Upcoming 'Reef Keepers' documentary explores determination of scientists trying to save Florida's vanishing reefs.
How rivers fuel hurricanes — and how that knowledge can improve forecasts
Hurricane Idalia and other storms in recent years have rapidly intensified before their devasting landfalls.
USF and partners launch innovative accelerator program to grow the marine economy
A $13.9 million grant from NOAA will fund a program to promote the commercialization of blue-tech solutions.
Q&As with Floridians on the front lines of fighting climate change
The Invading Sea is interviewing Floridians working to address climate impacts and other environmental challenges.
USF architecture and water researchers partner with city of Tampa to mitigate the impact of extreme heat
The research helped lead to the development of the city’s first-ever Heat Resilience Playbook.
USF helping develop comprehensive plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across Tampa Bay
The plan focuses on high-priority projects in the transportation and energy sector, the region's largest greenhouse gas emitters.
Youth climate activists campaign at Florida Capitol; USF professor testifies in D.C. on ocean warming
More than 200 young activists held a press conference and rally as part of a campaign called Reclaim Florida’s Future ...