International Womens Day in Hurtigruten
Three research biologists aboard the Amundsen this past February were on board as guest scientists with California Ocean Alliance for the new collaboration with Hurtigruten. This dream team of women consisted of a collaboration of three organizations (California Ocean...
Now Accepting Applications for the Marine Mammal Naturalist Program!
COA’S Marine Mammal Naturalist Program will introduce you to the wonders of California’s unique ecology and the marine mammals that call it home. This 5-week intensive certification program will utilize a combination of science curriculum, hands-on activities, guest...
Researchers Use Covid Pause to Learn About Whale Stress
KSQD speaks with Ari Friedlaender about his Monterey Bay research on whale stress levels during the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Study Reveals COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on Vessel Noise in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
Abstract: Low-frequency sound from large vessels is a major, global source of ocean noise that can interfere with acoustic communication for a variety of marine animals. Changes in vessel activity provide opportunities to quantify relationships between vessel traffic...
Dr. Brandon Southall discusses importance of research in renewable energy plan for California
With the announcement from the Biden administration of a ground-breaking offshore wind development plan for California, Dr. Brandon Southall weighs in on the importance of researching the acoustic impact on marine life — “We have a reliable and predictable resource,...