Nicholas M. Calabrese

Experience

2026–Present: Fish Biologist–Surveyor, Northeast Fisheries Science Center, Woods Hole, MA

2025–2026: Research Associate, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth School for Marine Science and Technology (SMAST)

2018–2025: Senior Fisheries Research Technician, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth School for Marine Science and Technology (SMAST)

2016–2018: Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP) Seasonal Fisheries Technician

Nicholas Calabrese is a fisheries scientist specializing in the development and application of advanced technologies for fisheries-independent surveys. His research focuses on integrating optical imaging systems, artificial intelligence, and innovative sampling approaches to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and sustainability of marine resource assessments.

Prior to joining NOAA, Nicholas led the development of optical video trawl systems and other optical survey technologies at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's School for Marine Science and Technology (SMAST). His work has advanced minimally invasive survey methods for Atlantic cod, scallops, and other commercially important species while contributing to stock assessments, capture efficiency estimation, and real-time fisheries monitoring.

At the Northeast Fisheries Science Center, Nicholas conducts fisheries-independent surveys aboard NOAA research vessels and supports the development, evaluation, and implementation of emerging survey technologies. His interests include optical survey systems, HabCam operations, artificial intelligence for image analysis, survey design, and methods that improve fisheries science while reducing impacts on marine ecosystems.

Education

B.S. Marine Biology, Roger Williams University, RI

M.S. Living Marine Resource Science and Management, UMass Dartmouth SMAST, MA

Ph.D Living Marine Resource Science and Management, UMass Dartmouth SMAST, MA

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