The project identifies and prioritizes research needs for Green Stormwater Infrastructure in Miami, focusing on enhancing urban resilience against climate change impacts. It employs a systematic approach involving stakeholder input and multi-criteria decision analysis to inform future GSI implementation and policy-making.
The project aims to develop and test a novel surveillance approach using passive acoustics and video recorders to monitor interactions between large predators and hard clam restoration sites in Florida. The study focuses on understanding predator dynamics, particularly the impact of whitespotted eagle rays, on clam restoration efforts, and aims to provide insights for improving restoration success and supporting aquaculture industry growth.
The project developed a new method combining high-throughput sequencing with traditional quantification techniques to identify and quantify Enterococcus species in water samples. This method enhances the ability to track microbial sources and assess water quality more accurately and efficiently.
This project aims to evaluate the utility of environmental DNA (eDNA) as a tool for monitoring fisheries in the Indian River Lagoon, addressing the limitations of traditional fisheries-independent monitoring methods. By comparing eDNA sampling with existing methods, the project seeks to enhance species detection and provide valuable data for fisheries management.
This project explores the effects of copper-based algaecides on downstream eutrophication and shellfish safety in Florida estuaries. It aims to assess copper contamination in bivalves and sediments, evaluate its impact on bivalve filtration efficiency, and develop a statewide database to inform conservation efforts.
This project investigates the balance between carbon storage and greenhouse gas emissions in Florida’s Big Bend seagrass meadows to understand their net carbon sequestration capacity. The findings will aid in optimizing coastal management and restoration strategies to maximize the ecological and economic benefits of seagrass ecosystems.
The project engages Florida’s coastal communities in land-use planning discussions to address development pressures while preserving ecological services and community values. By utilizing the CIVIC program, it aims to facilitate informed public engagement and decision-making for sustainable development.
The project seeks to restore and enhance sponge communities in Tarpon Springs, Florida, focusing on commercially valuable species to benefit both the ecosystem and local fishing communities. Through surveys and aquaculture trials, the project aims to increase sponge biomass and improve marine habitats.
This project explores the use of anaerobic digestion to manage toxic cyanobacteria biomass from harmful algae blooms, converting it into biofuels and other valuable products. The research aims to demonstrate the feasibility of this approach, potentially providing a sustainable solution to mitigate the impacts of HABs on coastal ecosystems.
This project evaluates the effectiveness of chemical algaecides in controlling Karenia brevis blooms in Florida’s coastal waters. It aims to provide data supporting the use of these algaecides as a short-term management strategy for red tides.
The project focuses on developing plastic-free alternatives for oyster shoreline restoration, utilizing reef prisms to replace traditional plastic mesh bags. By engaging volunteers and expanding research on wave energy and water quality benefits, the project aims to enhance coastal restoration efforts and provide sustainable solutions for habitat protection.
This project aims to monitor the effects of salt water intrusion on soil strength in the Everglades using geophysical methods. The research has implications for understanding peat collapse during sea level rise.
