Science & Data

Our Milford Lab hosted three Canadian scientists to study the effects of marine carbon dioxide removal strategies and foster international cooperation—using home brewing equipment.

Ocean acidification from an interns viewpoint.

Our intern, Grace Davis talks about her time at the center.

Dr. Melissa Cook describes how a team used drones to study endangered sperm whales in the Gulf of America.

A fisheries observer's job is full of challenges, but one of its greatest rewards isn't found in the catch—for Sophie Brager it's the people you meet along the way. Read her story about the friendships, support, and connections that make life at sea a little easier.

Field scientist Ben Church shares new species he encountered during the Spring 2026 Gulf of Maine Bottom Longline Survey.

What draws people to the ocean and fishing? Field scientist Hannah Ciarametaro asked the captain and crew of the F/V Miss Trish II that very question. Their stories touch on duty, pride, peace, money, and the toll it takes on them and their families.

Communications Specialist Kristen Jabanoski returns to her science roots while capturing the secrets of the seafloor during the 2026 HabCam Survey.

What sperm whale sounds tell us about their population demographics in the Gulf of America.

Field scientist Hannah Ciarametaro works with the Northeast’s fishermen to update groundfish conversion factors for better data. She encounters some blood and guts along the way.