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• Gulf of Maine Research Institute launches virtual climate center

  It will identify solutions to rising sea temperatures in a part of the ocean warming faster than almost any other.

  Press Clips | Portland Press Herald

• Mussel population loses strength in Gulf of Maine

  Warming ocean water, increases in human harvesting and the introduction of new predatory invasive species all appear to play a role.

  Tidings

• Marine Heatwave

  As many are now aware, the Gulf of Maine is one of the fastest-warming ocean ecosystems on the planet. Over the last 30 years, the …

  Tidings | 2 min Read

• Can't Take The Heat? Get Out And Teach Kids About Climate Change

  A high-quality curriculum on climate change will give kids the information and tools needed to become their own climate heroes.

  Press Clips | Forbes

• Study: Maine Fishermen Should Plan For Accelerated Ocean Warming

  Climate change is triggering more and more surprise variations in temperatures in the world’s oceans, including off Maine, and those spikes are changing

  Press Clips | Maine Public

• Maine white fish a hit in UMF dining hall as university looks to source local

  It's healthy food; it adds to consumer demand and gives fishermen more options when they're fishing; and it introduces students to new species.

  Press Clips | Portland Press Herald

• Gulf of Maine, Explained: Bluefin Tuna

  Dr. Walt Golet studies the populations and life histories of many species of fish, but if you ask him, he'll tell you bluefin tuna are …

  Gulf of Maine, Explained | 2 min Read

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  Findings From the Field Vol. 1.

  Findings from the Field is science journal specifically targeted to engage Maine student researchers. Participating in Findings motivates students to engage in and communicate about …

  Announcements | 3 min Read

• Relaunching LabVenture

  Three years ago, a team of GMRI staff, project partners, vendors, and advisors began building an unparalleled learning experience for Maine’s middle school students, thanks …

  Announcements | 5 min Read

• Understanding Bluefin Tuna

  Bluefin tuna in the Gulf of Maine are a critically important species, both biologically and commercially.

  Perspectives | 3 min Read