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Aid From the Ocean

Posted on July 2, 2015April 5, 2018 by mhnsn1

Until two weeks ago Georgica Pond was open and exchanging with the Atlantic Ocean bringing in high salinity water. While this salty water has not deterred the macroalgae that are presently overgrowing parts of Georgica Pond, it may discourage the … Read more

The Macroalgae

Posted on June 26, 2015April 5, 2018 by mhnsn1

Macroalgae. Seaweeds. The visible overgrowth of fleshy plants in aquatic environments. Macroalgae are an important component of any aquatic ecosystem serving as an important food sources and habitat for many animals. Their overgrowth, however, is problematic.

When macroalgae begin to … Read more

A Year Like None Other?

Posted on June 22, 2015April 5, 2018 by mhnsn1

As our research continues, we are beginning to recognize we may be entering some uncharted territory for Georgica Pond, as least in recent memory. Specifically, while the inlet or cut in Georgica Pond has been traditionally opened to the ocean … Read more

The Georgica Pond Project is in High Gear

Posted on June 10, 2015April 5, 2018 by mhnsn1

The Georgica Pond Project is in high gear and in fact has been for five months. With the first indications that The Georgica Pond Project would be a reality, the Gobler Lab commenced its activities to address the major research