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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,...
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...
Drivers of Toxic Algal Blooms in Narragansett Bay

Drivers of Toxic Algal Blooms in Narragansett Bay

by Rhode Island Sea Grant | Feb 7, 2024 | Coastal State, Coastal State, News, Research, Sustainable Seafood, Uncategorized

Recent research highlights influence of seasonal patterns in triggering neurotoxin production from phytoplankton species with implications for shellfish industry For the last seven years, researchers have been focused on a species of phytoplankton, Pseudo-nitzschia,...
Seaweed May Be a Hidden Host for Bacteria, Study Finds

New research shows nitrogen reduction efforts having positive effects in Narragansett Bay

by Rhode Island Sea Grant | Jan 31, 2024 | Coastal State, Coastal State, News, Research, Uncategorized

Recovery of benthic ecosystems point to improved environmental conditions from upgrades in wastewater treatment Estuary ecosystems are some of the most complex where freshwater meets saltwater, creating a mosaic of habitats essential for commerce, recreation, and...
RISG Awards $195K Toward Equitable Coastal Access and Diversifying Aquaculture

RISG Awards $195K Toward Equitable Coastal Access and Diversifying Aquaculture

by Rhode Island Sea Grant | Jan 31, 2023 | Coastal Communities, News, Research

NARRAGANSETT, R.I ––– Rhode Island Sea Grant has awarded approximately $65K to each of three research projects aimed at improving understanding and management of Rhode Island’s coastal and marine systems, and address diversity, equity, justice and inclusion issues. ...
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