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![USF marine scientists launch first mission to map Tampa Bay’s vulnerable coastal areas using remotely operated ‘uncrewed’ vessel. Lessons learned from an innovative approach will inform coastal resiliency efforts in Florida and beyond. A press conference was held Dec. 9th. [Additional drone video by Eckerd College / Joe Salcedo.]](/marine-science/news/images/usf-marine-science-floor-mapping-490x327.jpg)
USF launches first mission to map vulnerable coastal areas in Tampa Bay and Gulf of Mexico using a remotely operated ‘uncrewed’ vessel
The mapping products from this approach will also be used to improve storm surge modeling and prediction, maritime safety, fisheries management and more.
December 9, 2021News
USF marine scientists launch first mission to map Tampa Bay’s vulnerable coastal areas using remotely operated ‘uncrewed’ vessel
Media are invited on Dec. 9 at 9 a.m. to see the latest generation of robotic marine technology in action and hear from experts on how this mission will improve coastal resiliency in Florida.
December 8, 2021News
Special Issue of Oceanography Highlights the Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON)
Examples and stories illustrate the uses and value of an operational MBON.
December 7, 2021News
A new model for street design in the age of post-climate-change storms manages the water instead of trying—and failing—to keep it away.
November 10, 2021Resiliency News
Holes and headaches exposed in audit of global ocean observing systems
By the year 2100, if no significant changes are made in how we monitor and safeguard marine life, more than half of the world’s marine species may stand on the brink of extinction.
November 4, 2021News
Life through the eyes of a Hogfish
The hogfish, named for the long hog-like snout it uses to root around in the sand for food, is an iconic Florida Gulf Coast seafood staple known for its delicious white meat.
November 2, 2021Blogs and Perspectives
Dr. Michelle Guitard, CMS alum and paleoceanographer, wins prestigious USF award
Congratulations, Dr. Guitard! She was recently honored in a virtual event, which included this short video in which she shared her research interests.
Ocean Circulation Lab replaces weather buoys in the Bay
The five-day cruise deployed meteorological buoys around the Gulf of Mexico.
October 26, 2021Blogs and Perspectives
The Making of: Virus Hunters
A Virtual St. Pete Science Festival Activity.
October 21, 2021Blogs and Perspectives, Community Engagement
Rising Tides October 2021
View some of the highlights in the Rising Tides Newsletter, October 2021 edition.
October 14, 2021Rising Tides Newsletter
Team that includes USF marine chemist awarded grant as part of NOAA’s largest 5-year investment to fight climate crisis
For the last 21 years and counting, a fleet of Argo floats roaming the top half of the global oceans have helped scientists keep their fingers on the pulse of the planet -- collecting critical data that help us better understand how the oceans are changing in response to human activities.
October 12, 2021News
Tsunami sensing buoy recovered in Tampa Bay
An interdisciplinary group of scientists and engineers at USF developed a new type of buoy capable of detecting tiny changes in the ocean floor that can be precursors to large natural events such as tsunamis.
October 11, 2021Blogs and Perspectives