Bacteria in marine sponges harvest phosphorus for the reef community

February 23, 2015
For the first time scientists at the Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology have identified that bacteria on sponges are harvesting phosphorus from the water for the reef ecosystem to use for nourishment.

UMCES welcomes Charles O. Monk as new Chair of Board of Visitors

February 20, 2015
The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, the premier research and educational institution working to understand and manage our world’s natural resources, welcomes Charles O. Monk II as Chair of its Board of Visitors.

UMCES Scientists to Study Water Quality Consequences of Susquehanna River Sediments and Nutrients

February 18, 2015
A team of scientists at University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) is beginning a two-year study to quantify the amount of sediment and associated nutrients present in major entry points to the Lower Susquehanna River Reservoir System and the upper Chesapeake Bay.

Arctic scientists receive marine research award

January 30, 2015
Biologists Jacqueline Grebmeier and Lee Cooper received an Alaska Ocean Leadership Award from the Alaska SeaLife Center in January. The awards are given annually to individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the awareness and sustainability of the state’s marine resources.

Presidential Fellowships – 2014

January 26, 2015
The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science congratulates the recipients of the 2014 Presidential Fellowships. The merit-based fellowships support incoming Ph.D. students and are designed to support recruitment of outstanding students into UMCES graduate programs. Students receive up to three years stipend, health benefits, and tuition.

New director takes reins of Appalachian Laboratory in Frostburg

January 6, 2015
Dr. Eric Davidson joins the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science’s Appalachian Laboratory as its new director in the new year.

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