CCEHBR: Programs and Research Capabilities

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Programs and Research Capabilities

Coastal Ecology

The Coastal Ecology program at CCEHBR provides expertise in marine ecology, including multiple research thrust areas, to support nationwide efforts aimed at assessing and predicting changes in the quality of coastal ecosystems in relation to both human and natural influences.

Coral Health and Disease

The Coral Health and Disease Program at CCEHBR provides biomedical-based expertise to support efforts by NOAA’s National Action Plan to Conserve Coral Reefs, the Coral Reef Conservation Program and the Coral Reef Task Force to understand and address the effects of natural and anthropogenic stressors on corals and coral reef systems to aid in their preservation and protection.

Environmental Genetics

The Environmental Genetics Program uses molecular techniques such as DNA sequencing to assess genetic diversity, define population structure and isolate causes of disease. Resultant knowledge helps guide management and conservation efforts in promoting sound coastal stewardship.

Marine Mammals

The Marine Mammals Program conducts research to support the management and conservation of marine mammal species. Our current research is aimed at determining the effects of pollution, disease, fishing interactions, and other environmental stressors on marine mammal health and population viability.

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