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Oyster Farm Gear Can Enhance Seaweed Biodiversity in Great Bay Estuary
Oyster farm gear in Great Bay Estuary boosts seaweed biodiversity and biomass, surpassing natural habitats like mudflats, but non-native seaweeds…
 Biological Sciences, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station Ecosystem Services, Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
Tracking Vibrio parahaemolyticus in Northeast Oysters
Vibrio parahaemolyticus in Great Bay Estuary oysters has declined since 2017. Localized monitoring reveals no invasive Pacific strains, emphasizing…
 Biological Sciences, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station Climate Science, Ecosystem Services, Genetics and Genomics, Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
The Human Dimensions of Aquaculture
Research highlights gender inequities in New England's aquaculture sector. Women oyster farmers face barriers but lead in production and…
 Biological Sciences, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
Pathogen Presence in Great Bay Estuary: Implications for Oyster Restoration
High levels of MSX and Dermo pathogens in Great Bay Estuary waters threaten oyster restoration efforts. Resistant strains and continuous monitoring…
 Biological Sciences, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
First Documentation of Mating Blue Crabs in Great Bay Estuary
First mated blue crabs documented in Great Bay Estuary, NH, highlight habitat expansion. Continued monitoring is vital to manage potential ecological…
 Biological Sciences, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
Assessing Microplastic Pollution in New England's Estuaries
Microplastics are present in over 98% of New England estuary samples, with Hampton-Seabrook Estuary showing the highest concentrations. Seasonal…
 Biological Sciences, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
Lumpfish as a Biocontrol for Sea Lice Parasites in Steelhead Trout Farms
Lumpfish reduced sea lice infestations by 37% in steelhead trout farms. Kelp hides enhanced effectiveness, supporting sustainable aquaculture and…
 Biological Sciences, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station Ecosystem Services, Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
Climate Change Shifts Lumpfish Distribution in the Gulf of Maine
Climate change is shifting lumpfish distribution northeast in the Gulf of Maine, impacting aquaculture and fisheries. Study reveals warming's…
 Biological Sciences, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station Climate Science, Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
Monitoring Lake Cyanobacteria Blooms Using Unmanned Aerial Systems
Unmanned aerial systems with multispectral sensors provide a rapid, safe, and effective way to monitor harmful cyanobacteria blooms in New Hampshire…
 Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Ecosystem Services, Molecular Biology, Water Management Resource
Plant Responses to an Urbanization Contaminant
Explore how zinc pollution disrupts duckweed-microbiome interactions in urban waterways, revealing indirect impacts on aquatic plant traits and…
 Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Climate Science, Ecosystem Services, Molecular Biology, Water Management Resource
The Role of Watersheds in Mitigating Impacts of Climatic Extremes
Learn how watersheds mitigate extreme weather impacts on nutrient transport, influencing water quality and ecosystem health in New England’s aquatic…
 Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Climate Science, Water Management Resource
Examining Drivers of Carbon and Nitrogen Availability in Freshwater Ecosystems at Different Spatial Scales
Investigate how climate, soil, and watershed traits drive carbon and nitrogen availability in streams, highlighting scale-dependent dynamics for…
 Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Climate Science, Water Management Resource
Climate Change and Its Effects on Nitrogen Dynamics in Precipitation
Explore how climate change impacts nitrogen dynamics in precipitation, shifting seasonal patterns and affecting ecosystems in NH’s Lamprey River…
 Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Climate Science, Water Management Resource
Adapting an Open-source Carbon Dioxide Sensor for Streams and Rivers
Discover how adapted CO2 sensors enable accurate monitoring of emissions in streams, aiding climate action plans and improving global carbon cycle…
 Natural Resources and the Environment, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station Water Management Resource
Farming and Restoration in Great Bay Estuary
Dr. Bonnie Brown and her colleagues study the many factors impacting the health and growth of eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica) in New…
 Biological Sciences Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
The Importance of Cultivated Eastern Oysters in Great Bay
Dr. Ray Grizzle and his colleagues at the University of New Hampshire study the many ecological services offered by eastern oysters and how they can…
 Biological Sciences Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
Using Fish Physiology to Help Growers of Commercially Important Species
Optimizing culture conditions and strains is necessary to assure adequate growth and survival of fishes cultured for food and for stock restoration.…
 Biological Sciences Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
Using Lumpfish in Aquaculture Production
UNH has been working with the New England aquaculture industry (salmon farmers in Maine and steelhead trout farmers in NH) to promote the use of…
 Biological Sciences Sustainable Aquaculture Resource
Unveiling the challenges of farm viability in New England
COLSA research: Enhancing New England's local food production: A study on farmers' livelihood strategies and the challenges of achieving…
 Agriculture, Nutrition, and Food Systems, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station Food and Agricultural Policy Resource
Enhancing public engagement in alternative food networks
COLSA research: Unlocking the potential of alternative food networks in New England: Strategies for engaging diverse consumers and promoting…
 Agriculture, Nutrition, and Food Systems, New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station Food and Agricultural Policy Resource