Stories

Our Role in the National Climate Assessment

In November, the federal government published the Fourth National Climate Assessment (NCA). Mandated by Congress starting in 1990, the NCA assesses climate change impacts across …

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Blue Mussels, Golden Opportunity

Blue mussels from Maine are both a special part of the ecosystem and an iconic seafood dish. People from here and away have enjoyed them …

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A Year of Convening Emerging Fishery Leaders

In November, we hosted our final Marine Resource Education Program (MREP) workshop of 2018, in Tampa, FL. This capped a big year for the MREP …

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New: Research Experience for Undergrads

For over a decade, college students have participated in our robust summer intern program. Thanks to new funding from the National Science Foundation, we’re excited …

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Welcoming a New CFO

Earlier this summer, we welcomed Charissa Kerr to the lab as our new Chief Financial Officer. Charissa brings an MBA and over 25 years experience …

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Electric Monitoring Impact Growing

To comply with federal regulations, fishermen in the Gulf of Maine are monitored by fisheries observers — people who ride along with fishermen to collect …

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Verified: Monkfish and Winter Skate

In 2011, we created our Gulf of Maine Responsibly Harvested® brand to help people buy seafood they can feel good about. Part of the brand …

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New LabVenture Unveiled

In September, a group of project partners, staff, and donors gathered to celebrate the launch of an all-new LabVenture — our hands-on science experience for …

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