Archive for October, 2009

How do we measure currents?

Posted by Ocean Facts on 28 October, 2009
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To measure currents, you need three basic tools -- an observer, a floating object or a drifter, and a timing device.  More

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Will the Dolphins of Georgia Pass Their Physicals? [Feature]

Posted by nos.info@noaa.gov on 27 October, 2009
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NOAA's Coastal Georgia Dolphin Health Assessment examines the beloved bottlenose for clues to the wellness of their underwater world....

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Bringing States Together to Protect the South Atlantic Coast [What's New]

Posted by nos.info@noaa.gov on 26 October, 2009
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On October 19, 2009, NOAA joined Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and other supporting partners as the states announced an agreement to work together to better manage and protect ocean and coastal resources, ensure regional economic sustainability, and respond to disasters such as hurricanes....

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MEET: Mike Shelby [People of NOS]

Posted by nos.info@noaa.gov on 23 October, 2009
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MEET: Mike Shelby, information technology specialist with the National Ocean Service Communications and Education Division....

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Real-Time Water, Weather Conditions Now Available for Lower Mississippi [What's New]

Posted by nos.info@noaa.gov on 21 October, 2009
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A new ocean observing system on the lower Mississippi River serves up free real-time water and weather conditions for mariners ranging from ship captains to pleasure boaters....

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What was the first national marine sanctuary to be designated?

Posted by Ocean Facts on 20 October, 2009
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The Monitor was designated our first National Marine Sanctuary on January 30, 1975.  More

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New Strategy Sets Agenda for Study of Little-Understood Coral Communities [What's New]

Posted by nos.info@noaa.gov on 19 October, 2009
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With the release of a new research strategy, NOAA and partners set the stage for future studies about unique coral ecosystems found in deeper tropical waters around the world....

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What threats do coastal communities face?

Posted by Ocean Facts on 15 October, 2009
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The threats to coastal communities include extreme natural events such as hurricanes, coastal storms, tsunamis, and landslides, as well as longer-term risks of coastal erosion and sea level rise.  More

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Research Finds Fish-killing Toxin Holds Promising Cancer Applications [What's New]

Posted by nos.info@noaa.gov on 14 October, 2009
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According to a new study by NOAA and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), a powerful fish-killing toxin produced by a type of freshwater algae called Euglena sanguinea could also have cancer-killing properties....

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Young Scientists Tackle Harmful Algal Blooms [Feature]

Posted by nos.info@noaa.gov on 13 October, 2009
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Over the summer, 20 budding biologists, ranging from ages five to 14, joined NOAA Fisheries scientists for a week-long camp to learn about harmful algal blooms....

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