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Study shows Bay clean up helps boost underwater grasses
July 28, 2010
A major new study comparing water quality and coverage of underwater grasses throughout Chesapeake Bay from 1984 to 2006 shows a clear link between the abundance of submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) and levels of nitrogen in Bay waters. When nitrogen levels rise, SAV coverage decreases. When nitrogen levels fall, SAV meadows expand.

Easton Craftsman Helps Horn Point Laboratory Restore duPont Rams
July 23, 2010
The rams that graced the brick entry pillars of the Horn Point Laboratory for more than 50 years will return on October 1, thanks to the diligence of local law enforcement, assistance from the DuPont family, support from the local community and the handiwork of an Easton craftsman.

Forecasting Chesapeake Bay Summer Conditions
June 14, 2010
Researchers from the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science have teamed up with their colleagues to analyze historical environmental data to develop an ecological forecast of several indicators of Chesapeake Bay health.

CBL Aquatic Toxicologist Carys Mitchelmore Informing Policymakers about Dispersants and the Gulf Oil Spill
June 10, 2010
Chesapeake Biological Laboratory scientist Dr. Carys Mitchelmore has played an active role in the public discussion after the Deepwater Horizon explosion by providing expert testimony at several Congressional hearings and through the media.

Dr. Denise Yost to Hawaii
June 9, 2010

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