Blinding Bycatch: How Solar Power is Reducing Accidental Capture of Sea Turtles
There are seven species of sea turtle globally, all of which are threatened or endangered. One of the main threats…
Vampyroteuthis infernalis: The Complex and Mysterious Deep-sea Cephalopod
As the only extant member of its Family, Vampyroteuthis infernalis, or the vampire squid, possesses some very unique features that…
The Ocean as a Relative: Narragansett Connections to the Sea
Take a moment, and think about what comes to mind when you hear the term ‘Marine Biology’. Is it coral…
The Depths of Water
Water is frequently thought of as a passive element, like something we swim in, drink, or attempt to avoid on…
The Mystery Of Hydrothermal Vents
Every living thing needs the sun, but what if there is a place that organisms survive without the sun? Hydrothermal…
Dinoflagellates: The Multifaceted Odd Balls of Aquatic Ecosystems
Dinoflagellates are a type of protist that live in a number of different ecosystems, including ponds, lakes, oceans, and so…
Sinking solution: How spraying clay mitigates red tide
Algae is often a very productive part of an ecosystem, however, harmful algal blooms (HABs) triggered by anthropogenic activity…
Stingrays’ vs human impact
Stingrays going extinct? Stingray populations are shrinking at a troubling rate, and this decline poses a major threat to ocean…
Successful Coral Restoration Methods of the Coral Triangle in Indonesia
Did you know that there are multiple methods to restore coral reefs that have sustained damage? Marine Biology Researchers and…
The Underwater World of the Octopus
The octopus has always been believed to be a solitary creature, recent discoveries have changed that. In fact, they engage…