Solutions Based Research
Research leads us to develop
real-world solutions.
Published Research
We understand that knowledge is power. And knowledge is what propels solutions.
We've completed many scientific research projects onboard our oceanographic vessel and beyond, developing data with a solutions-oriented attitude.
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Lake Champlain Shoreline Sediment Debris Study (2014)
Our goal with this study was to determine the type, distribution and concentration of marine debris in the littoral sediment of Lake Champlain.
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Mountains to the Sea: River study of plastic and non-plastic microfiber pollution in the Northeast USA (2017)
This study looks at anthropogenic contamination when collecting samples of microfibers in the environment.
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Electric clothes dryers: An underestimated source of microfiber pollution (2020)
This study takes a look microfiber emissions from dryer machines.
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Are we contaminating our samples? (2021)
This study looks at anthropogenic contamination when collecting samples of microfibers in the environment.
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Plastic Marine Pollution in the Gulf of Maine (2023)
Here, we explore the prevalence of plastic pollution as a potential compounding threat to Gulf of Maine ecosystems by analyzing microplastics and plastic debris collected in surface-towed plankton nets since 1987.
Topics for Future Study
As we learn more and conduct our research, we have found numerous opportunities for further study. Click the button below to learn more.
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