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The Space in Between: The Overlooked Role of Inland and Coastal Waters in Shaping the Global Nitrogen Cycle

The Space in Between: The Overlooked Role of Inland and Coastal Waters in Shaping the Global Nitrogen Cycle

by Rhode Island Sea Grant | Sep 10, 2025 | News, Research

When we think about life on Earth, we might picture scenes from a BBC Planet Earth special—vast rainforests, grasslands, or blue oceans. Yet a new study reveals how the “in-between” spaces—lakes, rivers, wetlands, estuaries, and continental shelves—are...
Sea Grant Investment Spurs Cutting-Edge Technology for Plastic Pollution Research

Sea Grant Investment Spurs Cutting-Edge Technology for Plastic Pollution Research

by Rhode Island Sea Grant | Sep 2, 2025 | Coastal Communities, News, Research

Earlier this summer, a first-of-its-kind study, funded by Rhode Island Sea Grant, mapped the movement and accumulation of microplastics in Narragansett Bay, finding the highest concentrations near urban centers, which are shaped by river runoff and wind patterns. Read...
Microplastic Hot Spots in Narragansett Bay Driven by Urban Runoff and Wind, New Study Finds

Microplastic Hot Spots in Narragansett Bay Driven by Urban Runoff and Wind, New Study Finds

by Rhode Island Sea Grant | Jul 9, 2025 | Coastal Communities, News, Research

From plastic straws and bottles to food containers and bags, there are the obvious signs of plastic pollution along our coastlines. But once they break down into tiny fragments—known as microplastics—they’re nearly invisible, yet still pose risks to marine life,...
Artificial Reef Model Shows Promise for Reducing Erosion on Block Island

Artificial Reef Model Shows Promise for Reducing Erosion on Block Island

by Rhode Island Sea Grant | Jul 3, 2025 | Coastal Communities, News, Research, Uncategorized

Simulation shows wave energy dissipated and up to 70% less erosion at Crescent Beach L-R Stephan Grilli, Eliza Berry, Judy Gray of the Block Island Coastal Resilience Committee, and Annette Grilli tour island areas facing erosion issues earlier this year. Block...
Seaweed May Be a Hidden Host for Bacteria, Study Finds

Seaweed May Be a Hidden Host for Bacteria, Study Finds

by Rhode Island Sea Grant | Jun 23, 2025 | Coastal Communities, News, Research, Sustainable Seafood, Uncategorized

New research highlights Vibrio risks in coastal seaweed habitats Opportunistic macroalgae like sea lettuce (Ulva) are increasingly common in coastal ecosystems. New research in Narragansett Bay found that these fast-growing species may harbor higher concentrations of...
Resilient Ports: Climate Research Project Offers Tools for Flood Resilience in RI, Maine

Resilient Ports: Climate Research Project Offers Tools for Flood Resilience in RI, Maine

by Rhode Island Sea Grant | May 29, 2025 | Coastal Communities, News, Research

Floods and storms are threats to all coastal communities, and port communities are even more vulnerable. The materials ports house can be particularly hazardous if damaged or disbursed by hurricanes and storm surge.  That’s one of the reasons the Community-Driven...
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