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For the 2018 summer months, I was fortunate enough to receive an internship working with Dr. Robert Nowicki at Mote’s International Center for Coral Reef Research and Restoration in Summerland Key, Florida. While there, I was able to learn from

By now, you’ve probably heard that antibiotic resistant bacteria (ARB) are a global human health concern. They’ve been found in high numbers in hospitals and schools and a lot of work has been done to investigate their presence in these

Well in truth our research focusing on the interaction between microbes and plastics in the marine environment has been underway for some time. However, the second part is just underway, and this is the first time I’ve written about it,

Our talented students are traveling the world for conservation! Amanda Macías ventured to Thailand this summer to volunteer at the Ran Tong Elephant Rescue. Here’s what she wanted to share about the experience. “Wildlife conservation has always been of great

I’m always attracted to art and sometimes that art is inspired by microorganisms. The colorful and psychedelic patterns created by Paenibacillus dendritiformis and P. vortex are among the most well known examples. I recently found inspiration in the sculptures of artist Rogan

The intent of Sheila Rogers’ captivating and colorful artwork is to raise awareness of one of the most pressing consumer and environmental issues that we face today – plastic pollution, particularly in our oceans. The 3-D pieces are made from