Lobster Institute resource for children promoted by Q106.5
The University of Maine Lobster Institute’s “Questions from Kids About Lobsters & Lobstering” was shared by Q106.5.
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UMaine scientists use eDNA to enhance river herring recovery research in Penobscot River
University of Maine researchers are seeking to gain more insight into river herring recovery in the Penobscot River using a novel surveying tool: environmental DNA (eDNA). eDNA is the genetic […]
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Beal discusses threat to soft-shell clams with Ellsworth American
Brian Beal, director of the Downeast Institute and professor of marine ecology at the University of Maine at Machias, spoke with The Ellsworth American about how green crabs are driving […]
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UMaine launches the College of Earth, Life, and Health Sciences
The College of Earth, Life, and Health Sciences made its debut during a town hall meeting at the University of Maine on Oct. 31. The college, formerly known as the […]
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Ascher discusses lobster ganglia with News Center
Alex Ascher, who recently earned his Ph.D. at the University of Maine School of Marine Sciences, spoke to News Center Maine about ganglia in lobsters. “Lobsters contain 15 nerve clusters […]
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CBC interviews McCosker about gray seal diet research
University of Maine Ph.D. student Christina McCrosker spoke with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) about her research into the diet of Northwest Atlantic gray seals. McCrosker was the lead author […]
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Midcoast media share story about Steneck’s legacy and retirement
The Penobscot Bay Pilot, Boothbay Register and Wiscasset Newspaper shared a story about Bob Steneck, University of Maine professor emeritus of oceanography, marine biology and marine policy, retiring after a […]
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Media promote STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers Program
The Bangor Daily News and Penobscot Bay Pilot promoted the STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers program, a new interactive multi-session STEAM ocean-focused adventure series for children 8–12 years of age from […]
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Registration open for new STEAM Team Ocean Xplorers Program
Registration is now open for a new, interactive multi-session STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) ocean-focused adventure series starting Oct. 19 at the Belfast Free Library, 106 High Street. […]
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UMaine researcher who helped reshape marine science in Maine retires
When Bob Steneck came to the University of Maine in 1982, there were few marine ecologists in the state, and none interacted with fishermen. He was among the first in […]
