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Sargassum mats provide habitat for wildlife in the open ocean but can harm ecosystems and economies when they pile up on coastlines.

USF scientists will explore the drivers of sargassum blooms through $1.5 million collaborative research project

A collaborative $1.5 million project led by marine scientists at the 91社区 aims to better understand sargassum blooms.

September 17, 2026News

USF College of Marine Science media coverage

Media Coverage 2026

The USF College of Marine Science news team is dedicated to sharing our research to local, regional, and global audiences. View our global media coverage for 2026.

September 15, 2026Media Coverage

The Center for Ocean Mapping and Innovative Technologies has helped pioneer approaches to mapping shallow, nearshore waters.

USF seafloor mapping initiative earns $8.5 million NOAA award

The Center for Ocean Mapping and Innovative Technologies was first launched in 2020 by a $9-million award from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

September 14, 2026News, Resiliency News

Ilich spent many days at sea throughout his academic career at the college, capturing images of the seafloor and the organisms that live there. Courtesy of Alexander Ilich

From the dock to a doctorate, Ilich found his career path at the college

The newest graduate, Ilich obtained both his master鈥檚 degree and doctoral degree from the College of Marine Science.

September 9, 2026Blogs and Perspectives

Two recent studies by USF College of Marine Science researchers found no significant weakening in key parts of the AMOC, underscoring the need for longer observational datasets. Photo credit: Crew Earth Observations Facility and the Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit, Johnson Space Center. The image was taken by a member of the Expedition 68 crew.

Is the AMOC weakening? These scientists have their doubts

Two recent studies by USF College of Marine Science researchers found no significant weakening in key parts of the AMOC, underscoring the need for longer observational datasets.

September 2, 2026News

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August 28, 2026Rising Tides Newsletter

Lakshmi Miller, assistant professor of hydrography, is an ocean engineer with expertise in developing autonomous and unmanned underwater vehicles. Courtesy of Lakshmi Miller

New faculty member leverages ocean engineering to improve subsea technology

Lakshmi Miller is an ocean engineer whose expertise includes the development of autonomous and unmanned underwater vehicles.

August 17, 2026Blogs and Perspectives, News

Graduate students have been the face of resilience after the fire, assisting with recovery efforts and showing support for each other. Graduate students Emily Kaiser (left) and Nicole Szelistowski (right) assist with sorting materials recovered from the Marine Science Laboratory.

Graduate students come together in the wake of the Marine Science Laboratory fire

As the college deals with the aftermath of the fire, graduate students step up to help with recovery efforts and support each other.

August 10, 2026News

Over 1,500 campers have attended the Oceanography Camp Especially for Girls since it launched in 1991, learning about marine science through field trips and hands-on activities led by graduate students.

For 35 years, this oceanography camp has trained future scientists

For over three decades, the program has helped more than 1,500 rising high school students gain interest and excitement about science and the ocean.听

August 3, 2026Community Engagement, News, Summer Programs

Dean Tom Frazer addressed the crowd during the Oceans of Support fundraiser hosted at the Maritime and Defense Technology Hub.

How the community has rallied around marine scientists in their time of need

As news of the historic fire quickly spread, outpourings of support arrived just as fast from a global network of alumni, colleagues, donors, and more.

June 29, 2026Community Engagement, News

After a major fire at the Marine Science Laboratory, USF worked to account for everyone, protect critical research and build a response structure to guide recovery in the months ahead.

June 16, 2026News

A study by College of Marine Science researchers used NASA satellite data to observe oil pollution in the Persian Gulf, pictured here [Photo courtesy of NASA]

Oil spills spiked in the Persian Gulf during the Iran war, according to new study

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz increased the number of stagnant vessels in the region, inducing more oil pollution, the authors said.

June 8, 2026News, Publication Highlights

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