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• Oceans heat up. So does concern for protecting fish.

  Scientists say marine life is increasingly at risk from climate change. Cooperative efforts to protect fish are one possible answer – and they are growing.

  Press Clips | The Christian Science Monitor

• Intern Reflections: 2023 Field Season in Review

  During summer 2023, nine interns from around the country joined GMRI for our Research Experience for Undergrads (REU) program. We also partnered with Quahog Bay …

  Tidings | 7 min Read

• The world’s oceans are off-the-charts warm — and the worst could be yet to come

  It's not yet the height of summer in the Northern Hemisphere and surface temperatures have already shattered records.

  Press Clips | NBC News

• New directions for Maine's aquaculture industry

  Despite controversy over some projects, Maine's aquaculture industry continues to evolve in new and novel ways

  Press Clips | Maine Public

• Maine has nation’s only Shellfish & Seaweed Aquaculture Apprenticeship programs

  Over a span of one year, apprentices gain industry-specific skills through a combination of on-the-job learning and mentorship, and 144 hours of classroom education at …

  Press Clips | WABI5

• New aquaculture apprenticeship programs create pathways into industry in Maine

  "I've done pretty much every job you can do on the farm, so it's nice to see the full gamut of options," a Mere Point …

  Press Clips | NEWS CENTER Maine

• Report shows rapid warming continues in the Gulf of Maine

  As human-caused climate change causes ocean waters worldwide to warm, a recent report shows dramatic warming in the Gulf of Maine continuing.

  Press Clips | Maine Public

• Aquaculture trainees learn the ropes in summer programs

  “It’s exciting to see all of the ventures popping up within my home state, which makes me feel like I don’t have to travel far …

  Press Clips | Mainebiz

• Gulf of Maine Warming Update: Spring 2023

  Over the past decade, scientists have led a body of research that highlights the rapid pace of warming in the Gulf of Maine. To help …

  Announcements | 7 min Read

• Commentary: Climate change presents threats, opportunities for Maine’s small-business community

  The business world is good at assessing strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. The path to climate resilience shouldn’t be any different.

  Press Clips | Press Herald