Coastal Processes and Impacts from Natural Events and Anthropogenic Activities from Providence to Palawan

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 12:30pm to 1:30pm

SMAST East 101-103 : 836 S. Rodney French Boulevard, New Bedford MA 02744
Callie Rumbut
c.rumbut@umassd.edu
https://umassd.zoom.us/j/97440069270

Seminar Announcement
Department of Estuarine and Ocean Sciences

"Coastal Processes and Impacts from Natural Events and Anthropogenic Activities from Providence to Palawan"
Dr. J.P. Walsh
Professor of Oceanography, Marine Geology and Geophysics, University of Rhode Island

Wednesday, September 30, 2026
12:30 - 1:30 pm
SMAST E 101-103 and via Zoom

Abstract:

Coastal areas are critical zones ecologically and economically, and they are morphologically complex and evolving due to human and natural processes.  This presentation will share research on microplastic accumulation in Narragansett Bay sediments and storm-driven beach, dune and inlet dynamics in Rhode Island. Additionally, investigations of blue carbon habit changes in Indonesia and the Philippines will be discussed.   For each project, community concerns and engagement will be highlighted, and the importance of science in management will be emphasized.

(note: pictures showing those areas are available, email contact to obtain).

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https://umassd.zoom.us/j/97440069270
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For additional information, please contact Callie Rumbut at c.rumbut@umassd.edu