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Transboundary Viewshed Changes Post-Hurricane

The project aims to design and vet a methodology for collecting and calculating changing viewsheds on the developed shoreline due to hurricane impacts. It will consider historical and recent hurricane events to understand the redevelopment of shorelines and the associated changes in viewsheds.

Bivalve Development for Florida Aquaculture

The project aims to address the bottleneck in seed supply for Florida’s shellfish aquaculture industry by developing local and consistent food supply for seed production through cultured phytoplankton. An intern will be integrated into Bay Shellfish Co.’s algae culture initiatives to enhance research and development, contributing to sustainable seafood production.

Restoring Oyster Tradition in Tampa Bay

The project aims to increase the capacity for oyster aquaculture in southwest Florida by employing an intern to assess growth rates and survival of diploid and triploid oysters. This initiative will help predict future harvests and extend product availability, contributing to the local shellfish market and environmental benefits.

Transporting Marine Fish Fingerlings to St Kitts

This project aims to develop a process for transporting and importing live Atlantic croaker fingerlings from Florida to St Kitts and Nevis, addressing regulatory and logistical challenges. The project will create a standardized procedure for air freight transport and importation, potentially facilitating new markets for U.S. aquaculture producers in the Eastern Caribbean.

Gray Snapper Barotrauma Assessment

The project aims to assess the physical injuries experienced by Gray Snapper due to barotrauma when captured using hook-and-line fishing at various depths off the west coast of Florida. The study will compare the degree of barotrauma injuries in Gray Snapper to those observed in Red Snapper and Vermilion Snapper to inform future management strategies.

Mitigating Wind-Induced Vibrations in Curtainwall Systems

This project focuses on mitigating wind-induced vibrations and water ingress in curtainwall window systems through full-scale testing and computational modeling. The research aims to enhance building codes and design practices, providing safer and more resilient solutions for high-rise buildings in extreme wind zones.

Extending Historical Hurricane Records for East Florida

The project extends the historical hurricane record for East Florida to improve risk assessment and planning by compiling and cross-validating documentary and sediment-based datasets. It aims to provide a comprehensive dataset for analyzing hurricane impacts and variability, supporting emergency management and reinsurance industries.

Optimizing Land Acquisitions for Ecosystem Services in Florida

The project focuses on optimizing land acquisitions in Florida’s coastal zones to enhance ecosystem services and community resilience. By integrating spatial planning and stakeholder collaboration, it aims to develop effective strategies for habitat restoration and climate change adaptation.

Linking Water-Dependent Businesses and Affordable Housing

This project investigates the relationship between affordable housing and water-dependent industries, focusing on how housing availability affects industry performance and recovery post-disasters. It aims to provide actionable recommendations for local governments to support economic resilience in coastal communities.

Hard Clam Seed Production Factors in Florida

The project investigates the environmental and biological factors influencing hard clam seed production in Florida, aiming to enhance seed health and production efficiency. It involves comprehensive monitoring of water quality, bacterial pathogens, and phytoplankton, providing operators with protocols and resources for effective management.

Red Snapper Aquaculture Optimization

The project focuses on optimizing the aquaculture production of red snapper to enable technology transfer to the private sector. By improving fingerling production, shipping protocols, and grow-out trials, it aims to support the development of a sustainable red snapper aquaculture industry.

Florida Macroalgae Aquaculture Potential

This project seeks to establish a seaweed aquaculture industry in Florida by leveraging existing marine aquaculture expertise to manage nitrogen pollution and diversify the aquaculture market. It will focus on identifying viable tropical seaweed species, optimizing cultivation methods, and evaluating economic feasibility to support industry expansion and environmental sustainability.

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