Congratulations to Dr. Alison Haupt (alisonjhaupt.weebly.com/) at #CSUMB for receiving the #Undergraduate #Research #Mentor Award! Her research addresses #marine #management #conservation #urbanization #ClimateChange #fishingpressure Learn more at alisonjhaupt.weebly.com

#Jobs alert! We just added a couple of new jobs on our #JobBoard, some expire soon. Our job board has jobs relating to #OceanWaters, #coastalcommunities, #Freshwater Ways, and more! @calstate.bsky.social Check out these opportunities: www.calstate.edu/impact-of-th...

The #DeltaTunnel, which will move water from #NorCal to #SoCal, bypassing the the network of rivers, farmland and marshes of the Sacramento-San Joaquin #Delta. It's a controversial issue-what do you think? calmatters.org/environment/...

A very large #sealion is drawing onlookers to a pier popular among both other sea lions and tourists in #SanFrancisco, wowing visitors and catapulting him to online fame. His name? #Chonkers — because, well, he is #chonky. www.nytimes.com/2026/04/30/u...

#CSULB Professor Dr. Chris Lowe and his Shark Lab team patrol #RedondoBeach waters to rescue juvenile great white sharks from fish hooks #SharkRescue #Shark #SharkLab #GreatWhiteSharks #JuvenileSharks See the full story @abc7.bsky.social abc7.com/post/young-g...

#ClimateChange is making our #food less nutritious. #CarbonDioxide #pollution is changing the way #plants grow, increasing their #sugar content and depleting essential #nutrients. www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi...

OceanX Education is accepting apps for their Ocean Futures Fellowship, a PAID program for early-career professionals in ocean-related fields 6-month remote fellowship with hands-on experience, mentorship and professional development. Deadline is very close - May 3, 2026 www.iie.org/programs/oce...

"People come from different areas of the world or the country to see them here."

Here it is, your Monday moment of zen. 〰️⁠ ⁠ Big red jellies (Tiburonia granrojo) are found between 600–2,100 meters (2,000–7,000 feet), and their bells can reach up to one meter (3.3 feet) across. They are covered in tiny harpoon-like cells that stun prey.

Explorers found a golden blob in the ocean near Alaska in 2023 that has perplexed researchers and enthusiasts of the deep sea. After more than two years of investigation, the NOAA said this week that researchers had identified it. www.nytimes.com/2026/04/24/s...

It’s important to the California Coastal Commission that those who don’t live right on the water can access the coast. In April, the Commission met in Gonzales, an agricultural community located about 30 miles east of the Monterey coast.🌊

San José State’s wildfire research team is getting a new radar! @sanjosestate.bsky.social @nbcnews.com #wildfireresearch #wildfire #SJSU #radar www.nbcbayarea.com/video/news/l...

Looks like its going to be a sharky summer! More on fin-tastic news from @cbsnews.com @scrippsocean.bsky.social @calstate.bsky.social @csulb.bsky.social #Sharks #Summer #SharkSummer #CSULB #Ocean www.cbs8.com/video/news/l...

Maybe not the happiest #EarthDay

CSU COAST empowers students and faculty to continue innovative projects that address issues around costal waters and communities. COAST provides resources to inform smart policy @calstate.bsky.social #EarthDay #Coast #Ocean #CalState #California #StudentResources www.calstate.edu/impact-of-th...

Wow Josephine Slaathaug's research was picked up by Kron4! #SanFranciscoBay #MarineMammals #GrayWhales #Whales #EarthDay #SonomaState www.instagram.com/reel/DXNj4s5...

Read more about Josephine Slaathaug's (former COAST awardee from Sonoma State @sonomastatecrier.bsky.social) work in @theguardian.com #SanFranciscoBay #VesselStrike #MarineMammals #GrayWhales #Whales www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

Josephine Slaathaug, former COAST awardee from Sonoma State @sonomastatecrier.bsky.social, just published a paper in Frontiers of Marine Science! #COAST is happy to have been part of her two-year long journey of working on this study #GrayWhales @nytimes.com www.nytimes.com/2026/04/13/c...

OCEANS 2026 is hosting one of its conferences in #Monterey this Spring. OCEANS is put on by @ieeeoes.bsky.social, registration isn't open yet but they do have news letter sign up to let let people know when registration opens mailchi.mp/51cf13115544... monterey26.oceansconference.org/about/

Coale Graduate Scholar Awardee from Sonoma State Uni. @sonomastatecrier.bsky.social just had her paper published in Frontiers of Marine Science! #COAST is happy to have be a part of her 2 year long journey of working on this study #GraduateStudents #published Read: www.nytimes.com/2026/04/13/c...

Calling all postdocs & early career scientists: #STEMSEAS has four openings for Caribbean Sea cruises. Join Dr. Lisa White (from @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social) & the STEMSEAS team for an incredible research experience #STEM #Postdoc #research Apply by May 4, 2026 form.jotform.com/260845045618...

DYK just one laundry load can release up to *18 million* microplastic fibers, with many eventually making their way into the ocean? It's true. But there are proven solutions to help! 🧺 Get the facts, then take action for National Laundry Day: https://bit.ly/4tc3QHB

Did you know that #Orcas have been seen hunting sharks for their livers? One of the best videos about this phenomenon is from @60minutes.bsky.social. You can see it on www.instagram.com/reel/DXDRrl4... #KillerWhales #MarineLife #sharks

Scripps science took the stage at #SXSW, supporting conversations on #CoralReefRestoration & #WildlifeConservation. 🪸 How biotechnology could transform coral reef restoration: https://bit.ly/3O8AlHC 🧬 How biobanking + digital tools protect species from microbes to megafauna: https://bit.ly/4mj82mt

NASA astrophysicist unveiled stunning new solar storm photos at Cal Poly. The PUNCH mission project scientist shared how these images improve space-weather predictions. #CalPoly @calpolypomona.bsky.social www.ksby.com/news/local-n...

Meet Georgia, our resident “fish girl”. She always loved science, but in college, she found her mission in the ocean. Now at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, she helps others feel connected and inspired. Because one moment can turn what you love into something bigger. youtube.com/shorts/l-7Fb...

Our podcast guest, whale biologist Dr. Shane Gero, witnessed a rare event: a sperm whale birth. The whale mother had her entire family unit there, taking turns holding the newborn above the water and fending off nearby pilot whales and dolphins. Video credit: Project CETI

California’s 2026 Coast & Ocean Assessment shows a vital but climate-stressed ocean—supporting a $51B economy & 500K+ jobs while facing warming, acidification & sea level rise. Built by 120+ scientists, including 10 CSU faculty, highlighting science-driven resilience opc.ca.gov/wp-content/u...

San Diego smashed heat records in March! The hottest March ever recorded, temps hitting 90s across the county. SDSU Prof. Fernando De Sales noted a trend of more intense and more frequent heat waves in Southern California are due to global warming Full Story www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/t...

An extremely unusual weather phenomenon could unfold in a remote part of the West Pacific Ocean starting this weekend, one that may have broader ripple effects for a weather pattern known for triggering unusual warmth, floods and drought.

Apply for the MTS EMERGE Program to advance your marine technology career. This yearlong program provides professional development, one-on-one mentorship, and full travel support to the Underwater Intervention conference. Apply by April 17, 2026 mtsociety.memberclicks.net/emerge-2026

Study marine science at ASU BIOS in Bermuda this summer. Courses include Coral Reef Ecology (June 22-July 10) and Marine Molecular Ecology (July 13-31). Open to undergrad and graduate students. Financial aid is available. Apply by April 30: bios.asu.edu/education/su...

READ: When you picture the ocean, you might imagine peaceful blue waters and an underwater world full of calm and quiet. 🌊 But beneath the surface, the ocean is a full-blown symphony of calls, clicks, and crashing currents! https://oceana.ly/4v2EP3d

Which bird are you on this Monday afternoon?

Scientists have captured rare footage of a sperm whale giving birth, offering a window into the large mammals' behavior.

The Gulf Stream like you’ve never seen it before! Some scientists are concerned the Gulf Stream could be slowing down, with potential ramifications for the global climate. 🤔Is that happening? Get the facts: go.whoi.edu/GulfStreams

Join us next month for @whoi.edu's "Ocean Encounters: Into the Abyss." The deep ocean is one of the most inaccessible parts of our planet, yet it plays a vital role in supporting all life. Hear about the tech but also #scipol + MORE! Free event but pls register at www.whoi.edu/ocean-encoun... 🌊 🦑

Transparency is key in the deep sea. 🗝️⁠ ⁠ Solmissus jellies, also known as dinner plate jellies, are dominant predators in Monterey Bay. With few places to hide in the open waters of the ocean, many deep-sea animals use their colors (or lack thereof) to hide from potential predators and prey. ⁠

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: At yesterday's meeting, OPC approved $6M for ocean science and restoration projects that advance California's 30x30 goal, and released the 2026 California Coast and Ocean Report. Read the press release: opc.ca.gov/2026/03/california-doubles-down-on-ocean-health

Attend the 25th Annual MARINe Meeting on Thursday, April 16 (8:30 am – 5:00 pm) at UC Santa Cruz. Open to anyone interested in rocky intertidal systems. Registration is $60 (paid upon arrival, cash only) and includes breakfast and lunch. Register by April 1: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

⭐ICYMI: Exciting news! Scientists at Scripps Oceanography described two of the new species — Iskra’s glitter worm and the Elven abyss tunicate — on this list! You can meet them here: scripps.ucsd.edu/news/two-scr...

The Mobula rays migrate through La Paz, Mexico every year, creating a spectacular marine event. Original post

Dr. Patrick Krug studies photosynthetic sea slugs that regenerate entire bodies from their severed heads. These unique creatures offer insights into regenerative medicine, cancer research, and clean energy. Listen to the full story: www.theeastsiderla.com/neighborhood...

CSU Students Access Marine and Coastal Career Opportunities! CSU undergrad & graduate students can join the COAST Student Email List to receive updates on career-building opportunities! Sign up: bit.ly/COASTStudent... #CSU #MarineScience #STEM #StudentOpportunities #CareerDevelopment #Research

Fish may possess the ability to perceive where another being’s attention is focused. And they don’t like when it’s focused on them or on their children

“We … created annual 3 m resolution maps from 2017 to 2024 across California.… [K]elp persistence … following a marine heatwave was … associated w/ persistence before the heatwave, cooler sea surface temperatures, shallow habitats, & reduced fragmentation.” #kelp 🌊🦑 www.nature.com/articles/s43...

Graduate students: Apply for the 2027 Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship. This paid, year-long program in Washington, D.C. bridges the gap between marine science and federal policy. Submit your application by June 3, 2026, at 5 pm PT dornsife.usc.edu/uscseagrant/...

A new article in Reviews of Geophysics explores recent advances in the physics, observation, and modeling of frozen soil hydrology. 🌐 🔗 Learn more in @eos.org: buff.ly/FzmIg5J #AGUPubs #ClimateChange #Permafrost #ClimateAction #SDG13 #EarthScience #Hydrology @reviewsgeophysics.bsky.social

⭐️Shortlisted for the 2025 Haldane Prize!⭐️ 🪸Carolina Olguín-Jacobson used kelp forest monitoring data to assess the impact, resistance and recovery of marine heatwaves on fish and invertebrate communities inside and outside marine reserves🐟️ @jellyfishvibes.bsky.social buff.ly/sAv1GGL 🧪🌍️

New research highlights how upwelling shapes Monterey Bay 🌊 MBARI researchers used data from monthly autonomous underwater vehicle transects to reveal strong seasonal patterns linked to upwelling that structure ecosystem variability in Monterey Bay. Read more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...