Principal Investigator: Heather Leslie (Marine Sciences, UMaine) Partners: Paul Anderson (Maine Sea Grant, UMaine); Jake Ward (Economic Development, UMaine) Abstract: We will convene UMS researchers, marine industry professionals, and stakeholders statewide to assess industry needs and identify a cohesive set of capital investments. Based on this collaborative deliberation, we will write and submit a unified funding proposal to read more Building Campus and Community Connections to Advance Research Development and Communication for Maine’s Marine Economy