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Considering Culture for Aquaculture: NOAA’s Efforts to Expand Aquaculture Social Science Capacity

NOAA social scientists’ studies of coastal communities add vital perspective to aquaculture planning.
August 15, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
National
A work boat in Cortez Village A work boat in Cortez Village. Cortez is a prominent fishing community in Bradenton, Florida. Its industry and place-based identity is an example of a community feature captured by NOAA social scientists. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Liza Williams

NOAA Provides Funding Opportunity to Enhance Climate Science

The Climate and Fisheries Adaptation Program is now accepting proposals for research projects to increase understanding and promote resilience and adaptation of U.S. marine fisheries.
August 12, 2022 - Feature Story ,
National
School of bicolor anthias in coral reef

Our 2022 IN FISH Students Share Insights

IN FISH is a new program that partners NOAA with academic and non-government research institutions to offer students academic credit as well as hands-on experience.
August 09, 2022 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Collage of the 2022 IN FISH Interns

Orlando Taylor to Present 2022 Jearld Lecture

Calls for a more diverse scientific workforce.
July 19, 2022 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Color image of a bald African American man wearing a light colored suit and shirt, with a dark tie. He is standing in front of a window in an office setting, smiling at the camera.

Woods Hole Science Aquarium Reopens to Public

Harbor seals are back at our aquarium and we are ready for visitors.
July 05, 2022 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Two harbor seals in their pool. They are hauled out of the water on a wooden pier in the pool. In the foreground, a young seal is on her belly, head to the left, tail arching to the right. Deep scarring is visible on her forehead and the side of her face. In the background a large male lies on his belly just behind the young seal, facing the camera head on. Pool toys used in training are floating nearby. Harbor seals Kitt and Bubba hauled out in their pool at the Woods Hole Science Aquarium. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Hannah Colwell

Interns Dive into Chesapeake Science, Policy

The NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office once again welcomes summer interns, who contribute to our efforts to protect and restore the Bay while gaining valuable experience.
June 28, 2022 - Feature Story ,
New England/Mid-Atlantic
Collage including photos of five college students We're delighted to host five dynamic interns this summer at the NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office.

NOAA Fisheries Announces Selection of 2022 Art + Science Fellow

Artist to focus on connecting California communities with salmon recovery.
June 22, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Mixd media collage (detail)

Hawaiʻi Sea Turtles Are Amazing—from Afar

This nesting season, remember to view sea turtles respectfully. How? We’ve got some ideas for you. 
June 02, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
Two people using their arms to connect and make a heart shape afar from a sea turtle on the beach. Show your love of turtles with this turtle love photo opportunity. Credit: NOAA Fisheries

2022 Share the Shore & Sea Youth Art Contest Winners Announced

Youth artists show us how to share the shore and sea with corals, whales, dolphins, sea turtles, and Hawaiian monk seals.
May 26, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Pacific Islands
Art work - watch from a distance (viewing marine line using binoculars) K-12 students showed us the beauty of sharing the shore and sea with marine wildlife in the 2022 Share the Shore & Sea Youth Art Contest. “Whale watching” by Asa P., Grade 8, Hawai‘i

Gulf Reef Fish Anglers: Help Reef Fish Survive Release with Free Gear

Have you caught and released reef fish, only to see them float away on the surface? The Return 'Em Right project is now providing recreational anglers Gulf-wide with the knowledge and tools—for free—to improve reef fish survival.
May 10, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Southeast
Person on a boat wearing a Return Em Right tee shirt Return 'Em Right provides support and resources to anglers committed to using best release practices and helping reef fish survive release. Credit: Return 'Em Right.