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The College of Marine Science celebrates USF’s 70th

As USF celebrates 70 years since its founding, the College of Marine Science is highlighting stories about our history, including the people and science behind our world-class research enterprise. 

Learn more about USF's 70th 

BLOGS & PERSPECTIVES

The Florida Flood Hub

 The Florida Flood Hub for Applied Research and Innovation, Mangrove shoreline, Coastal Resilience

The Flood Hub’s goal is to improve flood forecasting and inform science-based policy, planning, and management decisions.

CMS in the News

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Researchers, civic leaders and technologists came together at the USF Student Center.

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Ancient rocks once beneath the ocean hold clues of severe conditions unimaginable on today's planet.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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PUBLICATION HIGHLIGHTS

Frank Müller-Karger is a Distinguished University Professor at the USF College of Marine Science.

A new paper co-authored by Frank Müller-Karger, USF Distinguished University Professor, explores the many benefits that plankton bring to humans and the planet.

Rising Tides Podcast

The Rising Tides Podcast†covers ocean research from space to the seafloor, including the use of buoys, satellites, and submersibles to advance marine science. Credit: Jay Law.

The Rising Tides Podcast invites oceanographers to discuss their ground-breaking research through one-on-one conversations.

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