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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

What fuels the massive sargassum blooms spreading across the Atlantic? 🌊 USF College of Marine Science researchers are leading a $1.5 million project funded by the National Science Foundation to investigate what drives these blooms. Read more: www.usf.edu/marine-scien...

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

In this episode, Assistant Prof.@margaretbrisbin.bsky.social Margaret Mars Brisbin explores the hidden world of marine microbes. From storm-driven flooding to the long-term effects of changing ocean conditions, learn how these communities support marine ecosystems. shows.acast.com/the-rising-t...

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Education & Outreach Director Teresa Greely and Outreach Coordinator Makenzie Kerr discuss how the Oceanography Camp Especially for Girls has introduced teens to the world of marine science. Listen to the Rising Tides Podcast here: ow.ly/LanH50ZFhc5

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Learn about the research of the Tampa Bay Surveillance Project, an innovative effort to track contaminants throughout the Tampa Bay estuary in the latest episode of the Rising Tides Podcast: shows.acast.com/the-rising-t...

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

As part of the Tampa Bay Surveillance Project, grad student AJ Gross is dissecting hundreds of oysters collected throughout Tampa Bay. By analyzing oyster tissues for contaminants, the team can assess the health of the oysters and better understand the ecosystems they support.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Dean Tom Frazer shares a message with our College of Marine Science community, family, friends, and supporters.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Doctoral student Olivia Blondheim describes her research on vertical oyster gardens and how citizen science is helping communities address complex environmental challenges. Listen to the Rising Tides Podcast here: shows.acast.com/66c499a375921252a83…

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

This week, students in the REU Making Waves program, hosted by the USF College of Marine Science, presented the results of their summer research at the USF Undergraduate Summer Research Symposium. Congrats to all participants!

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

🌊We were proud to host the annual NASA Ocean Biology and Biogeochemistry meeting! College of Marine Science researchers highlighted how they use NASA satellite data to study study water quality, harmful algal blooms, and more 🛰️

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

The Ocean Circulation Lab is back on the water but not without a proper sendoff 🌊 They shared their appreciation for the St Pete Innovation District, the City of St Petersburg, and the broader community, who have shown endless support for the College of Marine Science over the past few weeks.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming response shown to the University of South Florida College of Marine Science during this time of recovery. Thanks to everyone who has pledged support to the Marine Science Operating Fund.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

The College of Marine Science is proud to host the 2026 Underwater Glider User Group (UG2) workshop. UG2 was established by the Interagency Ocean Observation Committee to bolster collaboration and information exchange between glider operators, academia, and government agencies.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

🌊The USF Foundation has launched the Marine Science Operating Fund (linked below) through which people can make financial contributions to the college. Thank you for the continued support of our college and the global research we conduct. usf.to/USFMarineSci...

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Dean Tom Frazer shares a message to the family, friends, and community of the College of Marine Science.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

🌊 The second season of “The Rising Tides Podcast” is out now🎙️ From microbes to moorings, go behind the scenes of ocean exploration. Listen now 🎧 www.usf.edu/marine-scien...

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

This project was conducted with researchers from Sea Education Association, Eckerd College, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and Florida Atlantic University.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Researchers at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science used satellite data gathered by NASA to observe these changes in sargassum biomass.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

🌊The dominant location of sargassum is shifting according to a study published in Nature Geoscience. While some regions such as the Caribbean have experienced unprecedented growth of sargassum, the historic location of the seaweed in the Sargasso Sea has seen drastic declines in the past decade.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Greetings from across the pond 🌊 Faculty, staff, students and alumni from the College of Marine Science recently shared their latest research at the AGU's Ocean Sciences Meeting in Glasgow, Scotland.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

🌊We thought it was cold here… ❄️ Meanwhile, @margaretbrisbin.bsky.social is in the Weddell Sea aboard the R/V Sikuliaq, studying how melting Antarctic sea ice is reshaping microbes and ocean life as part of NSF-funded research 🌊🧪

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

🌊🧪 At the 2026 State of Science, Steve Murawski of the University of South Florida College of Marine Science shared insights from the Tampa Bay Surveillance Project, which is studying contaminants in local waters and their impacts on ecosystems and community health.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Chuanmin Hu on his recent election as a Fellow of The Oceanography Society! Hu was nominated for his work on optical oceanography and satellite remote sensing. Among Hu’s contributions is his landmark work characterizing the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

🌊We're hiring! The College of Marine Science is seeking a tenure-track faculty member in Geological Oceanography, with an emphasis in hydrography or marine geophysics. Learn more about the position and how to apply at the link below. fa-ewkd-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

The College of Marine Science is in the big Easy! Come visit our booth at @agu.org to connect! #AGU2026

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

We were so excited to host the City of St Pete Mayor, Ken Welch, at the USF College of Marine Science outreach center, Clam Bayou Marine Education Center! During his visit, Mayor Welch was able to observe the students as they engaged in hands-on field work.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

🌊At the International GEOTRACES Programme Summer School in Cape Town, College of Marine Science Associate Professor @marmite-usf.bsky.social Tim Conway helped train the next generation of chemical oceanographers, sharing his expertise on trace metals and marine biogeochemistry.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

🌊 Congratulations to Chuanmin Hu, Distinguished University Professor, on being elected a 2025 Fellow of @agu.org ! 🌎 👏 Chuanmin was selected for his transformative contributions in optical oceanography and satellite remote sensing with profound ecological, economic, and societal impacts.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

🌊 Congrats to Frank Muller-Karger, Distinguished University Professor, on his second term with NOAA’s Ocean Exploration Advisory Board!

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

🌊 It’s World Ocean Month! 🌊 All month long, we’re celebrating the incredible researchers at the USF College of Marine Science who are expanding our understanding of the ocean through cutting-edge, world-renowned science.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

🌊 Join us in celebrating three exceptional members of the USF College of Marine Science: Joe Donnelly, Boris Galperin, and Teresa Greely. With decades of service, each has contributed significantly to advancing research, empowering scientists, and supporting community.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

🌊Happy World Water Day! At CMS, we're dedicated to unlocking the mysteries of Earth's waters—from rivers and estuaries to seas and oceans. By studying the 70% of our planet covered in water, we're gaining deeper insights into the factors that shape life on Earth.

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

It's the month of love! Here are 5 reasons to love the ocean 💙

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

🌊 Are you an undergraduate student interested in gaining paid, hands-on experience in marine science? Consider applying for the 2025 Making Waves REU at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science.   The deadline for applications is February 3, 2025. www.usf.edu/marine-scien...

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USF College of Marine Science @cmarinescience.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Join us on January 16 at 2:30 pm for a lecture by Pamela Hallock Muller, who was recently recognized as a USF Distinguished University Professor, as she discusses scientific insights over her career and experiences mentoring a diverse array of graduate students.

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