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Low-Cost Technology Helps Connect Fishermen and Students to Science

Blending science and education has taken oceanographer James Manning’s career in unexpected new directions. It’s all about collecting data needed for numerical ocean models and sharing it.
June 22, 2020 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Adult surrounded by young students showing how to build a drifter.

American Lobster, Sea Scallop Habitat Could Shift Off the Northeast

A new study projects that climate change will pose management challenges for two commercially important species — American lobster and sea scallop — as suitable habitats move farther north.
May 28, 2020 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Orange buckets filled with different sizes of lobster.

New Modeling Approach Provides Valuable Insights Into The Important And Complex Role Of Environmental Variables In Juvenile Fish Survival

Scientists have developed a novel analytical method to learn more about critical relationships in the ocean. In particular, they are seeking to refine their understanding of how regional environmental and climate conditions affect juvenile fish survival.
May 27, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Juvenile pollock laying on a white table

Meet Vincent Saba, Fishery Biologist with a Climate Focus

From endangered leatherback turtles to fisheries, Vincent Saba uses high-resolution climate models to enhance the management of recreational, commercial, and protected species in the Northeast.
May 20, 2020 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Large leatherback turtle on deck with Vincent Saba near it's tail.

Meet Dr. Anne Hollowed, Renowned For Her Work Assessing the Effects of Climate and Ecosystem Change on Fish Stocks

Women’s History Month may be over, but the great work women are doing in the world of Fisheries science continues. We're taking this opportunity to highlight one of the many talented women who are part of our scientific team.
April 10, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Brunette woman with blue eyes with a garden in the background.

New State of the Ecosystem Reports Document “Big Picture” Around Fishing

The Northeast U.S. Shelf is one of the most productive marine ecosystems in the world. According to new reports, climate change, coastal and ocean processes, and human uses affect ecosystem productivity but also fishing communities and regional economies.
April 06, 2020 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Stongington Harbor, Maine, fishing and pleasure vessels in foreground, Stonington buildings in background.

Understanding Ocean Changes and Climate Just Got Harder

The Pacific Decadal Oscillation and North Pacific Gyre Oscillation are not as effective at helping us predict regional environmental and ecological change as in the past.
March 23, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
West Coast
King Salmon Spawning

NOAA Fisheries Part of International Team to Study Salmon in Gulf of Alaska Under Continuing Warm Conditions

This is the second year of a multi-national winter survey in the Gulf of Alaska to gather critical information on salmon ocean survival.
March 12, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
Sockeye salmon juveniles on a table. Cards with numbers are on top of the fish.

West Coast Waters Shift Toward Productive Conditions, But Lingering Heat May “Tilt” Marine Ecosystem

Ocean status report shows mixed signals as some species thrive while others struggle.
March 05, 2020 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Image of the small inlet on the California Coast

Sand Lance Growth Patterns Begin to Emerge in First Salish Sea Study

Understanding how the environment influences Pacific sand lance growth is crucial for managing this keystone forage fish in a changing climate.
February 27, 2020 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
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