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130 days on the water: How fieldwork helped launch a global career for this USF grad
While earning his degree in marine science, Orion Scharton-Witmer gained a wealth of experience conducting fieldwork in Tampa Bay and the Gulf.
October 13, 2026News
This little-known Antarctic basin could reshape sea levels. Scientists say it needs to be studied
An international group of scientists are calling for urgent research into Antarctica's Wilke Subglacial Basin, an unexplored region of the continent.
October 12, 2026News, Publication Highlights
USF scientists will explore the drivers of sargassum blooms through $1.5 million collaborative research project
A collaborative $1.5 million project led by marine scientists at the University of South Florida aims to better understand sargassum blooms.
September 17, 2026News
USF seafloor mapping initiative earns $8.5 million NOAA award
The Center for Ocean Mapping and Innovative Technologies was first launched in 2020 by a $9-million award from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
September 14, 2026News, Resiliency News
From the dock to a doctorate, Ilich found his career path at the college
The newest graduate, Ilich obtained both his master’s degree and doctoral degree from the College of Marine Science.
September 9, 2026Blogs and Perspectives
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.