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Coastal Science for the Granite State

Coastal and marine resources are experiencing unprecedented stresses. Development and population growth along the coast, changes to commercial fishing and aquaculture industries, rising sea levels and increasing flood risk, habitat degredation and invasive species all threaten our nation's coastlines. New Hampshire Sea Grant works to address these issues through integrated research, extension, and education in the Granite State. 

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Research Funding

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Student Opportunities

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Educational Programs

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Volunteer With Us

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Women on the Water Film

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Podcast

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NH Green Crab Project 

Invasive species monitoring and seafood industry engagement. 788 volunteers engaged, 1,894 green crabs collected. 

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Common Garden 

Community-driven solution to combat erosion. 10,000+ dune grass plants transplanted to 17 coastal sites.

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Field Science Discovery 

Getting New Hampshire students and teachers more connected to local habitats. 208 students used their local saltmarsh as a classroom. 

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Fisheries Roundtables 

Facilitating important discussions on topics that matter to New Hampshire’s fishing industry. 6 productive roundtable sessions organized so far. 

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PFAS Research 

Funding the latest science to address the human and ecological impacts of ‘forever chemicals.’ 11 research projects study emerging contaminants. 

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CoastWise 

Offering workforce development for marine and coastal professionals in New Hampshire. 80 participants across 4 cohorts. 

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Sea Grant News & Blog

Episode 23 of the Time and Tide Podcast
Explore the world’s fastest growing food industry, right here in our own backyard. What does the future of sea-farming look like? And where do you fit... Learn More
Episode 22 of the Time and Tide Podcast
Seafood is everywhere along the New Hampshire coast. But for a lot of us, getting seafood onto the dinner table can feel a little intimidating. A new ... Learn More
Episode 21 of the Time and Tide Podcast
You've probably heard the phrase “a rising tide lifts all ships”, but does this saying still hold true when rising water levels are threatening coasta... Learn More

UNH Today Stories

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UNH Marks Jackson Estuarine Laboratory Expansion at Ribbon Cutting

UNH Marks Jackson Estuarine Laboratory Expansion at Ribbon Cutting

Larger facility will enhance the study of estuaries and coastal ecosystems

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Guests from the World Affairs Council of NH visit the Data Visualization Research Lab

Global Experts Gather at UNH to Explore the Undersea Infrastructure Connecting the World

Global Experts Gather at UNH to Explore the Undersea Infrastructure Connecting the World

Visiting guests of the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire visit campus to discuss undersea cables

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Food for Thought

Food for Thought

UNH innovations work around New England’s climate and landscape to boost local food production

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