Understanding the ecology, biogeochemical environment, marine conditions, and societal impacts of nearshore environments ranging from wetlands and estuaries to the edge of the continental shelf.

Studying the physiology and ecology of whales, dolphins, and other marine mammals through methods ranging from molecular ecology to tracking the movements of individuals and populations using ...

They have major impact on the oceanography, weather and climate, and the biological characteristics of the waters through which the currents flow. They also have significant impact on human activities ...