UC Santa Cruz is on the forefront of marine science research and education. Set on the edge of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the campus provides unique opportunities for students and scientists to study the ocean and its life. With state-of-the-art facilities and internationally recognized faculty and researchers, the Institute of Marine Sciences brings together scientists in a wide range of disciplines. Their investigations range from the coastal zone to the deep seafloor, from frigid polar waters to tropical coral reefs, and from microscopic plankton to massive blue whales. This diversity reflects the many ways in which the oceans affect the global environment and the lives of people around the world.
The following news stories describe recent examples of marine science activities and achievements at UCSC.
