Researchers shed light on the effects of ring formation

A new study explores how the formation of cold core rings and warm core rings from the Gulf Stream has changed over the last 40 years and might have long-term effects on the ecosystem.

Virtual IMS Research Symposium

The annual symposium showcases marine science-related research being conducted by students, faculty, & staff across all UMass campuses.

National Academy of Sciences elects SMAST professor

Dr. Kevin Stokesbury has been appointed committee member of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's Environmental Studies Program by the National Academy of Sciences.

Haddock study selected as Editor’s Choice

A study co-authored by UMass Dartmouth Professor Dr. Steven Cadrin has been selected as the Editor’s Choice for the ICES Journal of Marine Science.

Join Dining Services & FINE for a Virtual Sea Summit

On February 4, UMass Dartmouth Dining Services & Farm and Institution New England will present an online summit focused on leveraging institutions to support local seafood producers, kelp, and underutilized species.

Associate Professor of Fisheries Oceanography named a Cooperative Institute for the North Atlantic Region (CINAR) Fellow

Gavin Fay was honored by CINAR for his work on sustainable fisheries management

UMassD professor recognized for outstanding service

Dr. Steven Cadrin receives award for his contributions to the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea.

Michael Marino receives recognition award

Michael Marino, Assistant Dean at the School for Marine Science & Technology, is the recipient of the 2020 Citation for Outstanding Performance from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Consortium forms for white shark study

SMAST scientists are among 13 organizations and institutions that have assembled to form the New England White Shark Research Consortium, which will enhance coordinated regional efforts to study white sharks.

Professor of Estuarine & Ocean Sciences chosen for distinguished American Geophysical Union Fellowship

Professor Mark Altabet joins prestigious group of individuals who have made exceptional contributions in the Earth sciences