Urban Harbors Institute, UMass Boston

Registration is now open for the Gulf of Maine Monitoring and Research Symposium. Early registration runs through February 28. This event offers valuable insights on coastal water quality and habitat monitoring programs and networking opportunities. #CoastalConservation #EnvironmentalResearch #GulfOfMaine #MassBays #NationalEstuaries #MassBaysNEP #CoastalMonitoring #CoastalResearch https://lnkd.in/d69ecCTz

MAPC and the Mystic River Watershed Association are seeking artists to develop creative projects as part of a Summer 2025 Cool Communications extreme heat communications campaign serving Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Revere, and Winthrop. Submissions are due on April 4. The project aims to develop creative engagement methods to supplement traditional messaging on heat risk through art and storytelling. The Call seeks artists, designers, and creatives to propose creative concepts for community engagement around heat resilience in the media of their choice. More information is available at: https://lnkd.in/eZCax7ur There will be a virtual information session on March 20 at 6 p.m. Register: https://lnkd.in/euyaQuNT Reach out to [email protected] with any questions!

??We're Hiring: Massachusetts State Director at The Nature Conservancy!? Pour your heart and soul into our lands and waters! We're seeking a collaborative visionary to lead a strong team of staff and trustees and partner with TNC’s Northeast U.S. division as we execute on our ever-important, ambitious conservation goals. ? Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been dedicated to protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown into one of the most effective and wide-reaching conservation organizations globally. With over 1 million members, 400+ scientists, and a diverse, dedicated staff, we make a significant impact on conservation worldwide. ? If you're driven by the positive impact you can make for nature and people in Massachusetts and beyond, we want to hear from you!????? Learn more ??

Our very own Shannon Hogan was featured on the Love Your Waterfront podcast talking about the takeaways of the recent National Working Waterfront Network Conference in San Diego. https://lnkd.in/e5AWMG7i

Are you or someone you know conducting projects or considering future projects that blend art and science and involve youth? If so, now is your chance to participate in this year's Cool Science Showcase! This year's national conference will be held on June 20-22, 2025, at The Leonardo 209 E 500 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84111.?https://theleonardo.org/ Apply Now! Teams are encouraged! Final application deadline is April 1, 2025. Cool Science Showcase Application Applicants will be notified via email by April 18, 2025. If the link above doesn’t work, you can cut and paste the following url in your browser: https://lnkd.in/ec7d3SZ9 You may contact us at?[email protected]?if you have further questions. Cool Science is funded by the National Science Foundation.

The National Working Waterfront Network conference was an important reminder of the importance of providing space for people to connect and learn. UHI was so glad to be part of it.

We are excited to announce that UHI will be working on two projects awarded by UMass Boston's Grand Scholarly Challenge, which focuses on real-world issues and interdisciplinary research: 1. Flood-Induced Managed Retreat Among Older Adults in Subsidized Housing in Massachusetts 2. Evaluating the Ability of Nature-Based Solutions to Improve Stormwater Quality with Regards to Plastic Pollution and Develop Education for Effective Green Infrastructure Management https://lnkd.in/eFxqG-wW

Last week, UHI's Shannon Hogan and Kristin Uiterwyk travelled to San Diego to help run and present at the 7th conference of the National Working Waterfront Network. More than 200 people attended to share and learn about topics such as workforce development, impacts of climate change, planning and regulatory initiatives, programs to reduce emissions, and more. As we continue to tackle the needs and opportunities of working waterfronts, we are excited to have met so many smart and dedicated partners in this space. Many thanks to all who sponsored and attended the event -- especially our hosts at California Sea Grant.

UHI's Kim Starbuck along with Emma Gildesgame from the Nature Conservancy and Carri Hulet presented on Friday on the topic of coastal relocation at Roger Williams University. Thanks for having us!

This is a great opportunity for graduate students! Please share with those who may be interested.