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What drives sargassum?

Sargassum mats provide habitat for wildlife in the open ocean but can harm ecosystems and economies when they pile up on coastlines.

Cross-disciplinary researchers aim to unlock the mysteries of the sargassum belt and improve the forecasting and management of inundations. 

NOAA funds ocean mapping

The Center for Ocean Mapping and Innovative Technologies has helped pioneer approaches to mapping shallow, nearshore waters.

A five-year, $8.5 million agreement will power the work of world-class researchers at the Center for Ocean Mapping and Innovative Technologies.

Is the AMOC weakening?

Two recent studies by USF College of Marine Science researchers found no significant weakening in key parts of the AMOC, underscoring the need for longer observational datasets. Photo credit: Crew Earth Observations Facility and the Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit, Johnson Space Center. The image was taken by a member of the Expedition 68 crew.

Two recent studies by USF College of Marine Science researchers found no significant weakening in key parts of the AMOC.

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Updates regarding the Marine Science Lab building

As we continue to recover from the fire at the Marine Science Lab, please refer to this page for updates and answers to frequently asked questions.

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Updates regarding the Marine Science Lab building

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Rising Tides Podcast S.2

“The Rising Tides Podcast” offers listeners a behind-the-scenes look at oceanography in action, including glimpses of the future of marine science through interviews with faculty, staff, and students in the USF College of Marine Science.

Season two of “The Rising Tides Podcast” explores ocean research and programs in Tampa Bay that have impacts across Florida and beyond.

Publication Highlights

Media Coverage

  1. BN9: USF gets $8.5 million NOAA grant for Tampa Bay seafloor mapping

    Friday, October 2, 2026

  2. WTVT: Mapping the sea floor for boaters, storm surge

    Thursday, October 1, 2026

  3. BN9: USF glider gathered data to help forecast Hurricane Helene's intensification

    Wednesday, September 30, 2026

  4. WFLA: USF researchers look to make Tampa Bay more resilient following Hurricane Helene

    Tuesday, September 29, 2026

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