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NOAA Science Seminar Series

NOAA Science Seminar Series

The NOAA Science Seminar Series began in 2004 and is a voluntary effort by over 70 NOAA seminar coordinators to integrate and distribute a list of NOAA-hosted, publicly accessible science seminars. In 2020 we shared listings for over 500 seminars!

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24 March 2026

Title:
New
CROCODILE: Tools for rapidly deploying MOM6 regional domains in the Community Earth System Model
Presenter(s): Dan Amrhein and Manish Venumuddula, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
Date & Time: 24 March 2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET
Location: TBD
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: CROCODILE: Tools for rapidly deploying MOM6 regional domains in the Community Earth System Model

Presenter(s): Dan Amrhein and Manish Venumuddula (University Corporation for Atmospheric Research)

Sponsor(s): NOAACoastal Ocean Modeling Seminars: https://coastaloceanmodels.noaa.gov/seminar/

SeminarContact: Alexander.Kurapov@noaa.gov

Remoteaccess: Connect with Google Meet meet.google.com/kti-ktaw-nes,
PhoneNumbers (US)+1414-856-5982 PIN: 248 179#

Abstract: TBD
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Title: Funding Opportunity: An Overview of NOAA’s FY2026 Harmful Algal Bloom Innovation Challenge: Toxin Detection in Seafood
Presenter(s): Dr. Saraah Pease, National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science, NOAA National Ocean Service
Date & Time: 24 March 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.phpWhen: March 24, 2026, 2:00-3:00 PM ETWhere: Webinar

Title: An Overview of NOAA's FY2026 Harmful Algal Bloom Innovation Challenge: Toxin Detection in Seafood

Presenter(s): Sarah Pease, National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science, NOAA National Ocean Service

Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov

Remote Access: Register at https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/nofo_march24/event/registration.html You may enter the webinar via a browser or the Adobe Connect app (download here). Test your ability to use Adobe Connect here. After the webinar, a link to the recording will be posted online.

Accessibility: Auto-live closed captioning will be provided.

Abstract: The NCCOS Competitive Research Program (CRP) is pleased to announce a Notice of Funding Opportunity to advance practical and cost-effective innovations for harmful algal bloom (HAB) toxin detection in seafood. This funding opportunity seeks to drive the development and advancement of efficient and effective point-of-use HAB toxin detection technologies. Improved toxin detection will support seafood safety, food security, and the economic success of U.S. seafood industries and their competitiveness in global markets. The marine and fresh waters of the United States are increasingly impacted by the growing environmental problem of HABs. The toxins produced by some HAB species accumulate in organisms such as marine mammals and shellfish, finfish and other seafood, and directly impact human health. Effects from consuming HAB toxin-contaminated seafood can range from gastrointestinal discomfort to severe neurological damage and death. Recent efforts have emphasized the need for innovations in HAB toxin detection technology to ensure seafood safety, including increased speed, accuracy, and portability.

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25 March 2026

Title:
New
An Assessment and Characterization of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) and Pharmaceutical and Personal Care Products (PPCPs) in the Great Lakes and the Impacts on Communities in Milwaukee, WI and Buffalo, NY
Presenter(s): Maya McWilliams, Graduate Scholar, NOAA/Office of Education, Educational Partnership Program (EPP), Cooperative Science Center for Coastal and Marine Ecosystems II
Date & Time: 25 March 2026
11:30 am - 12:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: An Assessment and Characterization of PAHs and PPCPs in the Great Lakes and Impacts on Communities in Milwaukee, WI and Buffalo, NY

Presenter(s): Maya McWilliams, Graduate Scholar, NOAA Office of Education, Educational Partnership Program (EPP), NOAA Cooperative Science Center for Coastal and Marine Ecosystems II (CCME II) Cohort #1 Scholar at Florida A&M University

Sponsor(s): NOAA EPP Cooperative Science Centers

Seminar Contact(s): Audrey.Trotman@noaa.gov and oed.epp10@noaa.gov

Remote Access: Google Meet joining infoVideo call link: https://meet.google.com/swk-rgup-tfdOr dial: (US) +1 470-310-0860 PIN: 861 868 253#More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/swk-rgup-tfd?pin=1289818909835

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Abstract: This research, completed as part of a NOAA Experiential Research and Training Opportunity (NERTO), examines the impacts of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and pharmaceutical and personal care products (PPCPs) on communities in Milwaukee, WI, and Buffalo, NY. Many neighborhoods in these cities face persistent ecological and infrastructure challenges that require informed policy and remediation. PAHs originate mainly from incomplete combustion of organic materials, while PPCPs commonly enter waterways through wastewater systems that lack the capacity to fully remove them. Consequently, some communities experience disproportionate exposure due to their proximity to environmental hazards and inadequate infrastructure. The highest concentrations of PAHs and PPCPs were observed in highly developed urban areas. This study used data from the NOAA Mussel Watch Program to analyze contaminant levels in quagga and zebra mussels collected between 2009 and 2018. Site assessments evaluated pollutant concentrations alongside land'use patterns, with emphasis on impervious surfaces. Environmental indicators were examined to determine their influence on pollutant release. Some indicators were shared across both contaminant types (e.g., wastewater treatment plants and sewer overflows), while others were specific to PPCPs (hospitals, pharmacies) or PAHs (hazardous waste sites, manufacturing facilities). Distances from indicators to sampling sites were measured to assess spatial relationships. The study also explored associations between pollutant levels, environmental indicators, and demographic characteristics. A hazard quotient analysis was conducted to evaluate potential ecological risks to the Milwaukee and Niagara Rivers. Findings emphasize the need for stronger environmental policies and mitigation strategies to reduce pollutant exposure and improve community health.

Bio(s): Maya McWilliams is a NOAA EPP Center for Coastal and Marine Ecosystems'II Graduate Scholar and a master's student in Environmental Science at Florida A&M University. She earned an undergraduate degree in Biology from Jackson State University (2022), where she developed her foundational interest in environmental and ecological research. Her graduate work focuses on contamination patterns in urban freshwater systems, specifically examining polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and pharmaceutical and personal care products (PPCPs). This research aligns with NOAA's mission to advance ecosystem health, strengthen coastal resilience, and support science'based restoration and management across vulnerable aquatic systems. As part of her NOAA EPP CCME II graduate fellowship, Ms. McWilliams completed a NERTO internship with the NOAA Mussel Watch Program. During this internship, she analyzed chemical, spatial, and environmental datasets from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and the Niagara River in New York. Her work contributed to NOAA's long'term contaminant monitoring efforts and forms the core of her thesis research. Through this experience, she strengthened her skills in multivariate analysis, spatial mapping, environmental data interpretation, and scientific communication. Ms. McWilliams plans to pursue a career in environmental science within federal or state agencies, nonprofit conservation organizations, or applied research programs, focusing on water'quality monitoring, ecosystem restoration, and science'based environmental policy. Maya McWilliams is supported as a Cohort #1 Graduate Scholar in the NOAA Cooperative Science Center for Coastal and Marine Ecosystems II (CCME II) award. For more information access the webpage for the Cooperative Science Centers, https://www.noaa.gov/office-education/epp-msi/csc/20212022-awards and NERTO, www.noaa.gov/eppnerto/.
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Title:
New
Genetic Research of Vibrio Bacteria
Presenter(s): David Silva, Graduate Scholar, NOAA/Office of Education, Educational Partnership (EPP), Cooperative Science Center for Coastal and Marine Ecosystem II
Date & Time: 25 March 2026
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Genetic Research of Vibrio Bacteria

Presenter(s): David Silva, Graduate Scholar, NOAA Office of Education, Educational Partnership Program (EPP), NOAA Cooperative Science Center for Coastal and Marine Ecosystems II (CCME II) Cohort #4 Scholar at Texas A&M University"Corpus Christi

Sponsor(s): NOAA EPP Cooperative Science Centers

Seminar Contact(s): Audrey.Trotman@noaa.gov and oed.epp10@noaa.gov

Remote Access: Video call link: https://meet.google.com/nhb-frpg-msfOr dial: (US) +1 419-812-2599 PIN: 552 488 102#More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/nhb-frpg-msf?pin=8497259809641

Accessibility: Google Meet closed captioning available.

Abstract: Vibrio are naturally occurring marine bacteria found in estuarine and brackish waters, posing risks to environmental quality and human health through seafood-associated vibriosis. These organisms occupy highly dynamic coastal niches where fluctuations in temperature and salinity drive adaptation and the emergence of novel pathogenic strains, presenting ongoing challenges for coastal public health and seafood safety. This study employed a cost-effective modified Moore swab (MMS) sampling approach to isolate Vibrio species from the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Sampling was conducted along the Choptank River, Maryland, under lower-than-typical temperatures for Vibrio growth (8.45"9.26 C) and across a broad salinity gradient (0.09"13.59 ppt), including conditions outside reported optima for Vibrio vulnificus and Vibrio parahaemolyticus. Presumptive isolates were recovered using selective media (TCBS and CHROMagar)and screened via FDA-validated PCR assays. Of 20 isolates, six were confirmed as V. parahaemolyticus. Whole-genome sequencing identified a novel sequence type deposited into national genomic surveillance databases maintained by the FDA and NOAA. These results were generated through the NOAA EPP/MSI CSC NERTO graduate internship with NOAA NCCOS mentors John Jacobs, Ava Ellet, and Rose Adelizzi at the Cooperative Oxford Laboratory, advancing environmental intelligence, coastal resilience, and pathogen forecasting in estuarine systems.

Bio(s): David Silva is a NOAA Center for Coastal and Marine Ecosystems-II Graduate Scholar. David Silva is a PhD candidate in Marine Biology at Texas A&M University"Corpus Christi. He earned his Master's degree in Microbiology from Texas A&M University"College Station and completed his Bachelor's degree at the University of Texas at Brownsville (now the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley " UTRGV). He is an environmental microbiologist, a first-generation Mexican American, and the first in his family to attend graduate school. Prior to his doctoral training, he spent three and a half years as a high school science teacher, instructing courses in physics, chemistry, and biology. David conducted his NOAA Experiential Research and Training Opportunity (NERTO) with Ava Ellett (NOAA/NCCOS) at the Cooperative Oxford Laboratory. This research focused on innovative approaches to Vibrio isolation along the Choptank River watershed, resulting in the identification of novel Vibrio parahaemolyticus strains. These isolates were whole-genome sequenced and contributed to national genomic surveillance efforts, including the GenomeTrakr Network. His research aims to improve understanding of coastal Vibrio niches and environmental drivers of pathogenicity, informing risk assessment and improved seafood safety and processing protocols. David Silva is supported as a Cohort #4 Graduate Scholar in the NOAA Cooperative Science Center for Coastal and Marine Ecosystems II (CCME II)award. For more information access the webpage for the Cooperative Science Centers, https://www.noaa.gov/office-education/epp-msi/csc/20212022-awards andNERTO, www.noaa.gov/eppnerto/.
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Title: Pelagic Sargassum in the Atlantic Ocean: what happened in the past 20 years?
Presenter(s): Chuanmin Hu, University of South Florida
Date & Time: 25 March 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Pelagic Sargassum in the Atlantic Ocean: what happened in the past 20 years?

Presenter(s): Chuanmin Hu, University of South Florida

Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG)

Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/hnd-zams-bgo

Seminar Contact(s): Cara.Wilson@NOAA.gov

Abstract: Pelagic Sargassum, one type of brown macroalgae or seaweed, has been known to be abundant in the Sargasso Sea since its first report in the 15th century by Christopher Columbus. In 2011, however, large amounts of Sargassum started to appear in the Caribbean Sea, causing adverse impacts on the coastal environments and turning an otherwise critical open-ocean habitat into a coastal hazard. Since then, the research community has spent enormous effort in finding better ways to assess its spatial distributions and temporal changes as well as improved understandings of the reasons behind these changes. Here, using satellite observations and other data, we first review the remote sensing techniques used to map and quantify pelagic Sargassum, and then report a possible regime shift in Sargassum distributions in the Atlantic Ocean, characterized by the emergent Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt and dramatic decline in Sargassum abundance in the north Sargasso Sea. We also discuss the possible reasons behind such a regime shift and pathway forward in future Sargassum research.


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26 March 2026

Title: Production of an in-situ bottom water temperature product for the northeast U.S. continental shelf using oceanographic data collected by fishing vessels
Presenter(s): Linus Stoltz, Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation
Date & Time: 26 March 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Production of an in-situ bottom water temperature product for the northeast U.S. continental shelf using oceanographic data collected by fishing vessels

Presenter(s): Linus Stoltz, Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation

Sponsor(s): U.S. Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Location: Webinar

Abstract: TBD

Recordings: TBD

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Title: An Overview of NOAA’s FY2026 PCMHAB Funding Opportunity for Potential Applicants
Presenter(s): Felix Martinez, National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) Competitive Research Program
Date & Time: 26 March 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET
Location: TBD
Description:

https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/NOAAScienceSeminars.phpWhen: March 26, 2026, 2:00-3:00 PM ETWhere: Webinar

Title: An Overview of NOAA's FY2026 PCMHAB Funding Opportunity for Potential Applicants

Presenter(s): Felix Martinez, NOAA National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science

Seminar Contact(s): Varis.Ransi@noaa.gov

Remote Access: Register at https://noaabroadcast.adobeconnect.com/nofo_march26/event/registration.html You may enter the webinar via a browser or the Adobe Connect app (download here). Test your ability to use Adobe Connect here. After the webinar, a link to the recording will be posted online.

Accessibility: Auto-live closed captioning will be provided.

Abstract: The NCCOS Competitive Research Program (CRP) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) under the Prevention, Control and Mitigation of Harmful Algal Bloom (PCMHAB) program. This NOFO seeks proposals to develop, commercialize, and transition technologies and strategies for preventing, controlling, or mitigating harmful algal blooms (HABs) and their associated ecological and socio-economic impacts. The program focuses on two focal areas: (1) promising control technologies requiring further feasibility testing, and (2) proven control technologies needing large-scale field testing or that are transferable from other applications (e.g., oil spills) to the marine environment. HABs are a growing environmental problem in U.S. waters, causing economic losses up to billions of dollars and posing risks to human health through the accumulation of toxins in marine organisms.

Bio(s): Felix Martinez, National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) Competitive Research Program

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Title: A social-ecological systems approach to restoration: application to kelp systems
Presenter(s): Marissa Baskett, UC Davis
Date & Time: 26 March 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: A social-ecological systems approach to restoration: application to kelp systemsNorthwest Fisheries Science Center's Monster Seminar Jam

Presenter(s): Marissa Baskett " Professor, UC Davis


Sponsor(s): NOAA Fisheries Northwest Fisheries Science Center

Seminar Contact(s): monsterjam.nwfsc@noaa.gov

Remote Access:
Web Ex
Video call link: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=mb31ab2b0c4046b61a22575ea8c6ea011Meeting number (access code): 2837 558 9335Meeting password: UJynsfaf775Or dial: (US) +1-415-527-5035 US Toll

Abstract: N/A

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Title: When Every Second Counts: How Alaskans Get Emergency Alerts
Presenter(s): Nancy Durham, Emergency Manager, Fairbanks North Star Borough; Aviva Braun, Warning Coordination Meteorologist, National Weather Service; Dave Snider, Tsunami Warning Coordinator, National Tsunami Warning Center; Mark Roberts, Chief of Operations, AK State Emergency Operations Center; Dennis Bookey, State Emergency Communications Chair, AK State Emergency Communications Committee
Date & Time: 26 March 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: When Every Second Counts: How Alaskans Get Emergency Alerts


Presenter(s): Nancy Durham, Emergency Manager, Fairbanks North Star Borough; Aviva Braun, Warning Coordination Meteorologist, National Weather Service; Dave Snider, Tsunami Warning Coordinator, National Tsunami Warning Center; Mark Roberts, Chief of Operations, AK State Emergency Operations Center; Dennis Bookey, State Emergency Communications Chair, AK State Emergency Communications Committee

Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Preparedness (ACCAP)

Seminar Contact(s): Ed Plumb (ewplumb@alaska.edu) & Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov)

Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/emergency-alerts/

Abstract: Emergencies can strike quickly in Alaska, from severe weather and wildfires to floods and tsunamis. Recent events, such as ex-typhoon Halong and last summer's catastrophic Texas floods, have brought renewed attention to the importance of alerts, particularly in rural areas, where reaching people can be difficult. Staying informed through timely alerts is critical, but many Alaskans have questions about how to sign up, where alerts come from, and how to know which sources to trust. Join ACCAP and a panel of experts from local, state, and federal agencies to learn how alerts are issued, how to access them, and what's being done to keep Alaskans informed and safe.

Bio(s): For four and a half years, Aviva Braun has served in the role of Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the Anchorage, Alaska Forecast Office, where her focus is on bolstering NWS capabilities to meet Alaska's unique weather challenges and serving southern Alaska's vulnerable communities. She's committed to extending NWS outreach to underserved communities and facilitating relationships in order to meet the needs of those NWS serves.

Dave Snider is the Tsunami Warning Coordinator at the National Tsunami Warning Center in Palmer, Alaska, where he ensures effective communication and coordination of tsunami hazards and real-time threats. He is passionate about helping scientists communicate complex topics clearly and has been recognized for his public service, including his crucial role in the 2018 Alaska earthquake response and his decades of community service. Before his current role, Dave was the leader of NWS Alaska's Alaska Weather TV program and had joined the NWS with 25 years of award-winning broadcast weather experience across multiple states.

Mark W Roberts serves as the Chief of Operations for the Alaska Division of Homeland
Security and Emergency Management and Alaska State Emergency Operations Center.
He serves as State Incident Commander during State disaster responses. In addition to
his responsibilities with the Division, Mark has more than 30 years of applicable
experience in fire, emergency medical, law enforcement and social services with degrees in political science and theology.

Dennis Bookey is the Broadcast Chair of Alaska's Emergency Communications
Committee (SECC) and a retired general manager of group of 7 radio stations
in Anchorage. He is currently one of the owners of KVOK in Kodiak.

Nancy Durham is the Emergency Manager and Emergency Operations Center Director for the Fairbanks North Star Borough, with over 20 years of government service and a Master's in Urban and Regional Planning. Her emergency management journey began during Hurricane Katrina and has since evolved into a leadership role coordinating multi-agency preparedness, public outreach, and alerts and warnings for FNSB. Nancy brings a deep commitment to community resilience and firsthand experience in implementing emergency alert systems

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2 April 2026

Title: Socioeconomic drivers in Pacific halibut management
Presenter(s): Barbara Hutniczak, Pacific Halibut Commission
Date & Time: 2 April 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET
Location: Online
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Socioeconomic drivers in Pacific halibut managementNorthwest Fisheries Science Center's Monster Seminar Jam

Presenter(s): Barbara Hutniczak, Branch Manager, Pacific Halibut Commission


Sponsor(s): NOAA Fisheries Northwest Fisheries Science Center

Seminar Contact(s): monsterjam.nwfsc@noaa.gov

Remote Access:
Web Ex
Video call link: https://noaanmfs-meets.webex.com/noaanmfs-meets/j.php?MTID=mb31ab2b0c4046b61a22575ea8c6ea011Meeting number (access code): 2837 558 9335Meeting password: UJynsfaf775Or dial: (US) +1-415-527-5035 US Toll

Abstract: N/A

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Title: Priorities of the Fisheries Integrated Modeling System and how you can contribute
Presenter(s): Kelli F. Johnson, National Stock Assessment Program, Assessment and Monitoring Division, Office of Science & Technology, NMFS, NOAA, Project Lead of the Fisheries Integrated Modeling System
Date & Time: 2 April 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location: Online
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Priorities of the Fisheries Integrated Modeling System and how you can contributeNOAA Library Seminars

Presenter(s): Kelli F. Johnson, National Stock Assessment Program, Assessment and Monitoring Division, Office of Science & Technology, NMFS, NOAA, Project Lead of the Fisheries Integrated Modeling System

Sponsor(s): NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and NOAA Library

Seminar Contact(s): Dr. Bai Li (bai.li@noaa.gov) and Library Seminars

Remote Access: https://vimeo.com/event/5810113

Accessibility: Captions are available during the live presentation and once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel automatic captions are added. Sign language interpreting services and closed captioning are available, but need to be requested at least 5 days before the event.

Abstract: The Fisheries Integrated Modeling System (FIMS) is a next-generation framework for assessing the status of living marine resources and providing management advice. Its development has been, and will always be, a collaborative effort between employees from several NOAA offices, including representatives from each regional Science Center. This talk will go over the development process of FIMS and how you, yes you, can get involved. Everyone is welcome and all contributions help our community make forward progress towards our goals.

Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Library YouTube channel.

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7 April 2026

Title: 2025 NOAA Science Report Seminar
Presenter(s): Gina Eosco, Ph.D. Director, NOAA Weather Program Office
Date & Time: 7 April 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location: TBD
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series
Title: 2025 NOAA Science Report Seminar

NOAA Library

Moderator: Gina Eosco, Ph.D. Director, NOAA Weather Program Office

Sponsor(s): NOAA Library

Seminar Contact(s): library.seminars@noaa.gov

Remote Access: https://vimeo.com/event/5803143

Abstract: The seminar highlights several exciting research stories and their societal impacts from the 2025 NOAA Science Report. NOAA Weather Program Office Director, Gina Eosco, Ph.D., will interview a panel of presenters to speak on these exciting research accomplishments and impacts.

Accessibility: Captions are available during the live presentation and once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel automatic captions are added. Sign language interpreting services and closed captioning are available, but need to be requested at least 5 days before the event.

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8 April 2026

Title: Advancing Innovative Research: Constellations of C-Stars for Wider Area Persistent Ocean Monitoring
Presenter(s): Anahita Laverack, Oshen
Date & Time: 8 April 2026
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar SeriesAdvancing Innovative Research (AIR) Seminar Series

Presenter(s): Anahita Laverack, Oshen

Sponsor(s): NOAA Technology Partnerships Office (TPO)Seminar Contacts: Alexander Bukvich, Transition Coordinator, TPO (alexander.bukvich@noaa.gov); Katie Geddes, Technical Communications Specialist, TPO (katie.geddes@noaa.gov)

Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/ynx-zgvx-ppf

Abstract: The Advancing Innovative Research (AIR) Seminar Series is an open seminar that provides an opportunity to showcase cutting-edge research and highlight innovations from across NOAA, as well as providing a forum for connecting stakeholders and Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) awardees. The goal is to foster a setting promoting collaboration, connection to subject matter experts, and sharing lessons learned. Each monthly seminar will include two 2-minute presentations plus Q&A. Open to all NOAA personnel, stakeholders, and partners, this series is provided to benefit experienced users and potential newcomers alike.Call for

Presenter(s): If interested in presenting at one of the AIR seminars, please send an email to: oar.orta@noaa.gov, with the presenter's name, office/company, and presentation title. Schedule and more information available at: Advancing Innovative Research (AIR) Seminar Series - Scheduled Time Slots

Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: The schedule of AIR Seminar Series speakers, as well as past slide decks (if publicly available), can be found here.

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Title: Rapid Assessment of Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Vulnerability to Climate Change
Presenter(s): Tyler Loughran, Highly Migratory Species Analyst , Azura Consulting LLC in support of NOAA's Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Management Division
Date & Time: 8 April 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location: Online
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series
Title: Rapid Assessment of Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Vulnerability to Climate Change

NOAA Library EBM/EBFM Seminar Series

Presenter(s): Tyler Loughran, Highly Migratory Species Analyst , Azura Consulting LLC in support of NOAA's Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Management Division

Sponsor(s): NMFS Ecosystem Based Management/Ecosystem Based Fishery Management Seminar Series (EBM/EBFM) and NOAA Library.

Seminar Contact(s): Corinne Burns (corinne.burns@noaa.gov)

Remote Access: https://vimeo.com/event/5807635

Abstract: The Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Climate Vulnerability Assessment evaluates the vulnerabilities of 58 federally managed tuna, shark, and billfish species and stocks to climate change using life history or behavioral characteristics combined with the results of a climate projection model. Each species and stock is assigned a final vulnerability rank that helps describe climate-related stressors, categorize adaptive capacities, and determine key information gaps. This assessment provides critical insight to species-specific vulnerabilities and adaptive capacities, which can help elucidate system changes throughout multiple ecosystems.

Accessibility: Captions are available during the live presentation and once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel automatic captions are added. Sign language interpreting services and closed captioning are available, but need to be requested at least 5 days before the event.

Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Library YouTube channel.

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Title: Advancing Innovative Research: Development of New Atmospheric Chemistry Model in the Unified Forecast System
Presenter(s): Brian McDonald, OAR/CSL
Date & Time: 8 April 2026
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location: TBD
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar SeriesAdvancing Innovative Research (AIR) Seminar Series

Presenter(s): Brian McDonald, OAR Chemical Sciences Laboratory (CSL)

Sponsor(s): NOAA Technology Partnerships Office (TPO)Seminar Contacts: Alexander Bukvich, Transition Coordinator, TPO (alexander.bukvich@noaa.gov); Katie Geddes, Technical Communications Specialist, TPO (katie.geddes@noaa.gov)

Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/ynx-zgvx-ppf

Abstract: The Advancing Innovative Research (AIR) Seminar Series is an open seminar that provides an opportunity to showcase cutting-edge research and highlight innovations from across NOAA, as well as providing a forum for connecting stakeholders and Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) awardees. The goal is to foster a setting promoting collaboration, connection to subject matter experts, and sharing lessons learned. Each monthly seminar will include two 2-minute presentations plus Q&A. Open to all NOAA personnel, stakeholders, and partners, this series is provided to benefit experienced users and potential newcomers alike.Call for

Presenter(s): If interested in presenting at one of the AIR seminars, please send an email to: oar.orta@noaa.gov, with the presenter's name, office/company, and presentation title. Schedule and more information available at: Advancing Innovative Research (AIR) Seminar Series - Scheduled Time Slots

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9 April 2026

Title: A Legacy of Coral Resilience: Deciphering Moorea’s Historical Recovery and Modern Refugia in a Changing Climate (RECORDED)
Presenter(s): Erin Winslow, NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation
Date & Time: 9 April 2026
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: A Legacy of Coral Resilience: Deciphering Moorea's Historical Recovery and Modern Refugia in a Changing Climate

Presenter(s): Erin Winslow (NOAA Fisheries, Office of Habitat Conservation)

Sponsor(s): NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program

Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/pgn-asvi-kgp

Seminar Contact(s): Caroline Donovan, caroline.donovan@noaa.gov

Accessibility: Closed captioning available through Google Meet platform

Abstract: Moorea, French Polynesia, has been a global model for coral reef resilience, historically recovering rapidly from cyclones, bleaching, and crown-of-thorns outbreaks, often returning to high coral cover within a decade. Following a 90% decline between 2005 and 2010, the reef quickly re-assembled. However, increasing marine heatwaves and other disturbances are testing this resilience. This seminar explores Moorea's history leading up to the severe 2018"2019 heatwave, which showed that taxonomic identity, colony size, and depth created bleaching refugia. While there is optimism, shrinking recovery windows create uncertainty for the future of coral reefs in Moorea. We conclude by questioning if the historical capacity for rapid recovery can persist under chronic thermal stress, particularly with the loss of large, legacy coral colonies, which may signal a fundamental shift in the reef's ability to rebound.

Bio(s): Erin is in the Habitat Protection Division of NOAA Fisheries' Office of Habitat Conservation. She joined NOAA in 2024 after a Knauss Fellowship at US Fish and Wildlife Services. Previously, she spent a decade in French Polynesia as a lab technician and graduate student. Erin holds a Master of Environmental Science and Management and a PhD from the Bren School at UC Santa Barbara, focusing on wetland restoration and coral bleaching.

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13 April 2026

Title: An Overview of Eddy MUNSTER: a MUltiparameter System for Tracking Eddies Retroactively
Presenter(s): Heather Roman-Stork, NOAA Affiliate, Global Science and Technology at STAR
Date & Time: 13 April 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: An Overview of Eddy MUNSTER: a MUltiparameter System for Tracking Eddies RetroactivelySTAR Science Seminars

Presenter(s): Heather Roman-Stork, NOAA Affiliate, Global Science and Technology at STAR


Sponsor(s): STAR Science Seminars

Seminar Contact(s): deirdre.byrne@noaa.gov

Remote Access:
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Abstract: Mesoscale eddies have a significant impact on ocean transports and fluxes, and thus on biophysical and biogeochemical processes. They can serve as feeding grounds for marine species, impact air-sea interactions, ocean heat content, and hurricane intensity. Satellite altimetry is commonly used to track and measure ocean eddies. To create a more complete picture of the mesoscale eddy fields in the global ocean, we have developed a MUltiparameter Near-real time System for Tracking Eddies Retroactively (MUNSTER), based on near-real time (NRT) altimeter observations. MUNSTER tracks 23 eddy metrics, including SST, SSS, Chl-a, and EKE.
An additional Multiparameter Eddy Significance Index (MESI) serves as an enhancement to MUNSTER. MESI combines different satellite observations to provide a biophysical index and indicator of how impactful a given eddy may be on upper ocean biophysical/biogeochemical processes. We present an overview of the MUNSTER product suite, upcoming improvements in the algorithm, and recent biogeochemical applications of the product suite in response to a Gulf hurricane.

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15 April 2026

Title: Understanding environmental Vibrio parahamolyticus genetics in different coastal environments
Presenter(s): David Silva, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, PhD Candidate
Date & Time: 15 April 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET
Location: https://vimeo.com/event/5346006
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series
Title: Understanding environmental Vibrio parahamolyticus genetics in different coastal environments

NOAA Library Seminar Series

Presenter(s): David Silva, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, PhD Candidate

Sponsor(s): NOAA Omics and NOAA Library

Seminar Contact(s): Nicole Miller (nicole.miller@noaa.gov)

Remote Access: https://vimeo.com/event/5346006

Abstract: Vibrio parahaemolyticus adapts to changing U.S. coastal temperatures, posing a growing threat to fisheries as it is the leading cause of seafood-related gastroenteritis. Our preliminary findings from the Pacific Northwest suggest some pathogenic strains lack genetic traits for cold shock tolerance, which is beneficial since cold treatment is important in controlling Vibrio growth kinetics. Meanwhile, isolates from cold freshwater areas like the Chesapeake Bay watershed revealed that certain serotypes can survive in water temperatures as low as 8.5"9.3C. This work also demonstrates collaborative efforts from working with and using FDA laboratory protocols during strain isolations, along with whole genome sequencing, to identify novel V. parahaemolyticus sequence types. This work also supports national efforts to monitor pathogens in estuaries with functional models to help protect coastal ecosystems, seafood safety, and recreational waters.

Accessibility: Captions are available during the live presentation and once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel automatic captions are added. Sign language interpreting services and closed captioning are available, but need to be requested at least 5 days before the event.

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17 April 2026

Title: April NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing
Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Preparedness
Date & Time: 17 April 2026
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: April NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing


Presenter(s): Rick Thoman, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Preparedness

Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Preparedness (ACCAP)

Seminar Contact(s): Ed Plumb (ewplumb@alaska.edu) & Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov)

Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/apr2026-alaska-climate-outlook/

Abstract: During this month's Climate Outlook Briefing, Rick will review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, discuss forecasting tools, and finish up with the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for May and the early summer. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate.

Bio(s): Rick Thoman is the ACCAP Alaska Climate Specialist and has many years of experience producing reliable Alaska climate information and graphics describing Alaska's changing environment. His work spans the bridge between climate modeling, Alaska communities, and the media.

Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above.

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21 April 2026

Title: Alaska Spring River Breakup Outlook
Presenter(s): Kyle Van Peursem (Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center) and Rick Thoman (Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Preparedness)
Date & Time: 21 April 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Alaska Spring River Breakup Outlook

Presenter(s): Kyle Van Peursem (NWS Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center) and Rick Thoman (Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Preparedness)

Sponsor(s): NOAA/OAR/Climate Program Office and the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Preparedness (ACCAP)

Seminar Contact(s): Ed Plumb (ewplumb@alaska.edu) & Genie Bey (genie.bey@noaa.gov)

Remote Access: https://uaf-accap.org/event/river-breakup-2026/

Abstract: Tune in for the latest update and outlook on river ice breakup across Alaska this spring. Will this spring bring the threat of impactful ice jams associated with a more dynamic breakup, or are we looking at a milder breakup with a lower risk of flooding? Kyle Van Peursem of the NWS Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center will review breakup basics and provide an overview of current conditions statewide. ACCAP Alaska Climate Specialist Rick Thoman will discuss the latest subseasonal outlooks that help inform the NWS's official breakup outlook and forecasts.

Bio(s): Kyle Van Peursem is the Senior Hydrometeorologist with the Alaska-Pacific River Forecast Center, a part of the National Weather Service. He has many years forecasting river breakup in Alaska and has flown hundreds of miles of river ice jam reconnaissance on the Yukon and Kuskokwim Rivers.

Rick Thoman is the Climate Specialist at the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Preparedness. He has many years of experience producing reliable Alaska climate change information describing Alaska's changing environment. His work spans the bridge between climate modeling, Alaska communities, and the media.

Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides, links shared during the presentation, and a recording may be found after the meeting at the URL listed above.

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Title: Teach the Hope: Environmental Education Inspiring Action
Presenter(s): Patricia Newman, award-winning children's book author and environmentalist
Date & Time: 21 April 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ET
Location: Remote Access Only - Rescheduled Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Teach the Hope: Environmental Education Inspiring Action (rescheduled webinar)Series: National Marine Sanctuaries Webinar Series

Presenter(s): Patricia Newman, award-winning children's book author and environmentalist and Claire Fackler, National Education Liaison for NOAA's Office of National Marine SanctuariesRegister: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/984856107327989333

Sponsor(s): NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries

Seminar Contact(s): Claire.Fackler@noaa.gov

Abstract: Let's face it, today's environmental headlines are depressing. Join award-winning children's book author and environmentalist Patricia Newman to experience a new philosophy in environmental education: HOPE. Together with Claire Fackler, National Education Liaison for the NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, we'll emphasize gratitude for and connections to the natural world, including the ocean, and identify effective role models to emulate and actions that can be taken. Then we'll put your new-found knowledge to work with several activities that Patricia will demonstrate. Participants will leave with ready-to-use resources.

Accessibility: English captions will be provided for the recording.Recording: The presentation will be recorded; once captioned it will be hosted on the archived webpage: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series-archives.html.

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22 April 2026

Title: A history and overview of IOCCG activities
Presenter(s): Shubha Sathyendranath, IOCCG Chair, Plymouth Marine Laboratory, UK
Date & Time: 22 April 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: A history and overview of IOCCG activities

Presenter(s): Shubha Sathyendranath, IOCCG Chair, Plymouth Marine Laboratory, UK

Sponsor(s): NOAA Ocean Color Coordinating Group (NOCCG)

Remote Access: https://meet.google.com/hnd-zams-bgo

Seminar Contact(s): Cara.Wilson@NOAA.gov

Abstract: The International Ocean Colour CoordinatingGroup (IOCCG) was established in 1996, in the tail end of the decade of hiatusafter the demise of the CZCS, the first proof-of-concept ocean colour satellitein 1986, and before the launch of SeaWiFS. It was set up to coordinateocean-colour science and applications at the international level, and was thebrainchild of Robert Frouin and was spearheaded initially by Trevor Platt, thefirst Chair of IOCCG. In the early days, the emphasis of IOCCG activities wason science, technical development, and advocacy for seamless continuity ofocean-colour missions; but soon, operational aspects also became an importantcomponent. Over time, the activities extended to embrace freshwater systems, inaddition to coastal and open-ocean domains. With the advent of the VIIRS seriesof satellites by NOAA, operational ocean-colour sensors became a reality, andmany applications were quick to follow. The International Ocean Colour Science(IOCS) meeting, introduced by David Antoine, one of the previous Chairs ofIOCCG, has become an important forum for the community to interact and exchangeideas with each other, as well as with the space agency representatives. IOCCGhas a global vision, which has never been more important than now, with 13nations, including 4 from Asia and one from South America with their owncurrent or future ocean-colour satellite missions, and with many privatecompanies launching their own constellations of mini sensors. Capacity buildingbecomes imperative in this context, and IOCCG has taken a lead in that as well,with international training courses being one of the mainstays of the Group'sactivities. More still needs to be done, especially in the Global South, whilerecognising that capacity building is a global requirement, not just of theSouth. NOAA has an important role in IOCCG, with many noteworthy contributorsto the Committee, the Executive, and the many IOCCG Reports and Protocols,including Cara Wilson, the immediate past-Chair of IOCCG, and Menghua Wang,NOAA's representative on the IOCCG Executive.

Slides, Recordings, Other Materials: Slides can be found at this link about 24 hours after the live webinar: https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/star/PastSeminars_NOCCG.php

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23 April 2026

Title: America’s HomeFish - How Citizen Science supports River Herring in Town Brook, Plymouth, Massachusetts
Presenter(s): Nathan Cristofori, Natural Resources Specialist with Plymouth Division of Natural Resources
Date & Time: 23 April 2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET
Location: Online
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: America's HomeFish - How Citizen Science supports River Herring in Town Brook, Plymouth, Massachusetts

Presenter(s): Nathan Cristofori - Natural Resources Specialist with Plymouth Division of Natural Resources.

Sponsor(s): NOAA Library and NOAA Education

Seminar Contact(s): library.seminars@noaa.gov

Remote Access: https://vimeo.com/event/5808253

Accessibility: Captions are available during the live presentation and once uploaded to the NOAA Library YouTube Channel automatic captions are added. Sign language interpreting services and closed captioning are available, but need to be requested at least 5 days before the event.

Abstract: Join Nathan Cristofori as he presents on conservation efforts in the annual herring run, and how that work and data have led to a successful restoration throughout the Brook. He will also be describing the citizen science efforts that allow audiences from all over the country to contribute to conservation efforts.

Recordings: Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Library YouTube channel.

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30 April 2026

Title: Keeping pace with change: An evaluation of the Maine-New Hampshire bottom trawl survey in a warming Gulf of Maine.
Presenter(s): Hsiao-Yun Chang, University of Maine
Date & Time: 30 April 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Keeping pace with change: An evaluation of the Maine-New Hampshire bottom trawl survey in a warming Gulf of Maine.

Presenter(s): Hsiao-Yun Chang, University of Maine

Sponsor(s): U.S. Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is
Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Location: Webinar

Abstract: TBD

Bio(s): TBD

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28 May 2026

Title: From Seawater to Sequences: Exploring NOAA’s New Deep-sea Environmental DNA Dataset
Presenter(s): Luke Thompson, Research Professor, Northern Gulf Institute/AOML/NOAA, & Nicole Miller, NOAA Omics Coordinator, University Corporation Atmospheric Research/NOAA Ocean Exploration
Date & Time: 28 May 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET
Location: online
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series
Title: From Seawater to Sequences: Exploring NOAA's New Deep-sea Environmental DNA Dataset

NOAA Library Seminar Series

Presenter(s): Luke Thompson, Research Professor, Northern Gulf Institute/AOML/NOAA, & Nicole Miller, NOAA Omics Coordinator, University Corporation Atmospheric Research/NOAA Ocean Exploration

Sponsor(s): NOAA 'Omics and NOAA Library

Seminar Contact(s): Nicole Miller (nicole.miller@noaa.gov)

Remote Access: https://vimeo.com/event/5720086

Abstract: NOAA Ocean Exploration, in partnership with the NOAA Fisheries National Systematics Laboratory and Atlantic Oceanographic Meteorological Laboratory with support from Northern Gulf Institute, for the first time, are announcing the global availability of NOAA Ocean Exploration eDNA data collected from October 2021 through June 2023, totaling 310 samples from 6 expeditions. The mission of NOAA Ocean Exploration is to explore the deep sea. Using traditional methodologies it is difficult to gather comprehensive data of biological diversity at such great depths. Environmental DNA (eDNA) offers a cost-effective solution to collect this information. The team will provide an overview of where and how samples were collected, processed, & bioinformatic analysis undertaken to ensure quality control, & taxonomic assignment. Lastly, the team will share where end-users can access the eDNA data and how the field can begin to leverage its availability for specific inquiries and increased exploration.

Accessibility: Captions are available during the live presentation and once uploaded to the NOAA Central Library YouTube Channel automatic captions are added. Sign language interpreting services and closed captioning are available, but need to be requested at least 5 days before the event.

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Title: Expanding environmental sensor networks deployed by the fishing industry around the United States.
Presenter(s): Cooper Van Vranken & George Maynard, Ocean Data Network / NOAA NEFSC
Date & Time: 28 May 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Expanding environmental sensor networks deployed by the fishing industry around the United States.

Presenter(s): Cooper Van Vranken & George Maynard, Ocean Data Network / NOAA NEFSC

Sponsor(s): U.S. Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is
Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Location: Webinar

Abstract: TBD

Bio(s): TBD

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Title: Understanding shark depredation in Florida for-hire recreational fisheries
Presenter(s): Hannah Aycock, Ph.D. Candidate, University of Miami
Date & Time: 28 May 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET
Location: TBD
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Understanding shark depredation in Florida for-hire recreational fisheriesNOAA Library Seminars

Presenter(s): Hannah Aycock, Ph.D. Candidate, University of Miami

Sponsor(s): NOAA Library and NOAA Education

Seminar Contact(s): library.seminars@noaa.gov

Remote Access: https://vimeo.com/event/5771444

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Abstract: Reports of shark depredation"when a shark bites a hooked fish"have increased in Florida recreational fisheries over the past decade. This emerging challenge carries significant conservation and fisheries management implications, yet currently lacks formal policy or mitigation strategies. My research integrates species distribution modeling, stakeholder engagement, and targeted fieldwork to identify the ecological and human drivers of depredation and inform practical, evidence-based mitigation strategies.

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24 June 2026

Title: Creatures of Darkness: Investigating Life and Light in the Twilight Zone
Presenter(s): Heather Bracken-Grissom, Florida international University, Professor and Assistant Director of Coastlines and Oceans, Institute of Environment
Date & Time: 24 June 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET
Location: TBD
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Creatures of Darkness: Investigating Life and Light in the Twilight ZoneNOAA Library Seminars

Presenter(s): Heather Bracken-Grissom, Florida international University, Professor and Assistant Director of Coastlines and Oceans, Institute of Environment

Sponsor(s): NOAA Library and NOAA 'Omics

Seminar Contact(s): library.seminars@noaa.gov

Remote Access: https://vimeo.com/event/5771453

Accessibility: Captions are available during the live presentation and once uploaded to the NOAA Library YouTube Channel automatic captions are added. Sign language interpreting services and closed captioning are available, but need to be requested at least 5 days before the event.

Abstract: Bioluminescence is rare on land but common currency in deep-sea ecosystems. Our work on deep-sea shrimp has revealed that bioluminescence is much more common than previously reported. The integration of -omics with morphology has revealed that light organs (photophores) come in a variety of forms and underlying genetic machinery. Over the past 10 years, my lab has traced the evolution of bioluminescent organs in the deep sea, demonstrated an expanded function of photophores beyond counterillumination and significantly increased the number of bioluminescent species. Recent work investigates the evolution of bioluminescence across the shrimp tree of life with the inclusion ~1000 taxa and a phylogenomic framework, while others explore the drivers of light on visual ecology and evolution. This talk attempts to summarize how the often unrecognized but awe-inspiring world of glowing shrimp has advanced our understanding of bioluminescence in the deep sea.

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25 June 2026

Title: Atlantic croaker habitat in Chesapeake Bay: impacts of future climate and nutrient management.
Presenter(s): Colin Hawes & Marjy Friedrichs, Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Date & Time: 25 June 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Atlantic croaker habitat in Chesapeake Bay: impacts of future climate and nutrient management.

Presenter(s): Colin Hawes & Marjy Friedrichs, Virginia Institute of Marine Science

Sponsor(s): U.S. Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is
Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Location: Webinar

Abstract: TBD

Bio(s): TBD

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30 July 2026

Title: Best of Both Worlds: Using Species Distribution Models to develop a Spatially Explicit Climate Vulnerability Assessment.
Presenter(s): Katherine Gallagher, NOAA NEFSC
Date & Time: 30 July 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Best of Both Worlds: Using Species Distribution Models to develop a Spatially Explicit Climate Vulnerability Assessment.

Presenter(s): Katherine Gallagher, NOAA NEFSC

Sponsor(s): U.S. Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is
Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Location: Webinar

Abstract: TBD

Bio(s): TBD

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27 August 2026

Title: Trends in baleen whale acoustic detections and oceanographic variables over broad spatial and temporal scales.
Presenter(s): Julia Zeh, NOAA NEFSC
Date & Time: 27 August 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET
Location: Webinar
Description:

NOAA Science Seminar Series

Title: Trends in baleen whale acoustic detections and oceanographic variables over broad spatial and temporal scales.

Presenter(s): Julia Zeh, NOAA NEFSC

Sponsor(s): U.S. Climate-Fisheries Seminar Series; coordinator is
Vincent.Saba@noaa.gov Location: Webinar

Abstract: TBD

Bio(s): TBD

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