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UMCES professor probes methane release in Baltic Sea, Arctic, Chesapeake Bay
October 12, 2015
CBL Assistant Professor Dr. Laura Lapham is examining the release of the potent greenhouse gas methane in the Baltic Sea, Chesapeake Bay, and Arctic lakes.

Simulating Storms in the Shallows
October 12, 2015
CBL Assistant Professor Dr. Jeremy Testa is trying to understand the effects big storms have on the behavior and health of shallow bodies of water, focusing on Maryland’s Chincoteague Bay.

WhaleWatch: Predicting Movements, Reducing Harm
October 12, 2015
CBL Research Assistant Professor Dr. Helen Bailey is developing a system that predicts the whereabouts of whales off the West Coast. Although commercial whaling has ended, many whale species have been slow to increase in number. This project aims to help reduce harmful human impacts on whales.

Helping the Bay Breathe
October 12, 2015
Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Assistant Professor Dr. Jeremy Testa has completed modeling work that shows how nutrient loading affects oxygen levels in the Chesapeake Bay.

Is Plant-Based Fuel Worth the Cost in Brazil?
October 12, 2015
CBL Research Assistant Professor Dr. Solange Filoso is investigating these questions to help find the best fuel options for Brazil.

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