University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science
The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, (UMCES) roots extend back to 1925. Today, UMCES is mandated to conduct environmental research, education and service. Scientists are allocated to Maryland Sea Grant College or one of the three research labs located in Maryland. The Appalachian Laboratory is charged with conducting research on the structure of terrestrial and freshwater systems and the ecology of component species in the Upland regions of the Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory is located at the mouth of the Patuxent River on the Western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The Horn Point Laboratory is located on the Choptank River with the numerous research projects on the ecology, physics, chemistry and examination of the ecosystem. The Maryland Sea Grant College is in partnership with NOAA and focuses on making the US a world leader in marine research and sustainable development. UMCES publishes newsletters, on-line news updates, journals and conducts educational seminars for the public. UMCES welcomes inquiries from the media.
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P.O. Box 775, Cambridge, MD 21613
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cconner [at] umces [dot] edu
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"University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science" in the news:
Scientists warn restoration-based environmental markets may not improve ecosystem health
Jul 30, 2009 |
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While policymakers across of the globe are relying on environmental restoration projects to fuel emerging market-based environmental programs, an article in the July 31 edition of Science by two noted ecologists warns that t ...
Chesapeake Bay ecosystem health remains poor, but slightly improved in 2007
Apr 03, 2008 |
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An independent scientific analysis led by University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science researchers gives the Chesapeake Bay a C-minus in 2007, indicating that Bay ecological conditions were slightly better than ...
Researchers call for nitrogen and phosphorus reductions to combat eutrophication in aquatic systems
Feb 19, 2009 |
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An international group of scientists is renewing calls for policymakers to reduce both nitrogen and phosphorus when attempting to alleviate eutrophication - or nutrient pollution problems - in fresh and coastal waters. In ...
International experts weigh-in on harmful algal blooms
Jan 06, 2009 |
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Cambridge, Md. - An international group of scientists is linking nutrient pollution in the world's coastal seas to an increase in the number of harmful algal blooms reported in recent years. When harmful algal blooms (HAB's) ...
Study: Illegal fishing harming present and future New England groundfish fisheries
Jun 04, 2009 |
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Weak enforcement combined with fishermen facing serious economic hardships are leading to widespread violations of fisheries regulations along the Northeastern United States coast. This pattern of noncompliance threatens ...
Loss of coastal seagrass habitat accelerating globally
Jun 29, 2009 |
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An international team of scientists warns that accelerating losses of seagrasses across the globe threaten the immediate health and long-term sustainability of coastal ecosystems. The team has compiled and analyzed the first ...
Seagrass ecosystems at a 'global crisis'
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Dec 01, 2006 |
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An international team of scientists is calling for a targeted global conservation effort to preserve seagrasses and their ecological services for the world’s coastal ecosystems, according to an article published in the December ...
Mercury concentrations in fish respond quickly to increased deposition
Sep 17, 2007 |
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A joint Canadian-American research team have, for the first time, demonstrated that mercury concentrations in fish respond directly to changes in atmospheric deposition of the chemical. The international team’s research ...
Researchers Establish Common Seasonal Patterns Among Bacterial Communities in Arctic Rivers
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Nov 24, 2009 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- New research on bacterial communities throughout six large Arctic river ecosystems reveals predictable temporal patterns, suggesting that scientists could use these communities as markers ...
Sea level rise alters bay's salinity
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Nov 20, 2008 |
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While global-warming-induced coastal flooding moves populations inland, the changes in sea level will affect the salinity of estuaries, which influences aquatic life, fishing and recreation.
Scientists Find new migratory patterns for Mediterranean and Western Atlantic bluefin tuna
Oct 02, 2008 |
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New research into the life cycle of Atlantic bluefin tuna shows, for the first time, that Mediterranean and North American bluefin mix substantially as juveniles, but return to their place of birth to spawn. These new research ...
An Earth Day Perspective: NASA Satellites Aid in Chesapeake Bay Recovery
Space & Earth / Earth Sciences
Apr 22, 2008 |
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From the distant reaches of the universe, to black holes and Saturn’s rings, NASA explores some of the most far-out parts of space. But NASA also does research much closer to home. In fact, NASA Earth Science ...
Researchers offer new theory for dogfish and skate population outburst on George's Bank
Feb 27, 2008 |
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New research by scientists at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science Chesapeake Biological Laboratory questions the long-held belief that a lack of predators and competitors was the primary cause for ...
Why do oysters choose to live where they could be eaten?
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May 01, 2007 |
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There are many reasons why living in dense groups with others of your own kind is a good idea. Oftentimes, aggregations of a species serve as protection from predators and harsh environments or may be beneficial to future ...
Scientists warn of climate change's impact on global river flow
Oct 12, 2007 |
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A global analysis of the potential effect of climate change on river basins indicates that many rivers impacted by dams or extensive development will require significant management interventions to protect ecosystems and ...
