Exploring the Deep Frontier

More than 50,000 students from around the world have joined University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment researchers on a scientific expedition to explore hydrothermal vent sites nearly two miles below the surface on the Pacific Ocean floor. The innovative educational program has been highlighted by media from coast to coast, including National Geographic, the New York Times Syndicate, the "Pulse of the Planet" radio series, and many others.

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Web Site Provides Information about Delaware River Oil Spill

The UD Sea Grant Marine Advisory Service and the Marine Public Education staff developed a Web site to help address public questions and concerns about the Athos I oil spill that occurred in the Delaware River near Paulsboro, N.J., on Nov. 26. The Web site includes information about the oil and its path, its impact on wildlife, natural resources, shipping, and other industries, public safety, and what citizens can do to help. It also includes links to UD faculty research contacts.

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Teachers, Sign Up Now for Invasive Species Workshop, Jan. 14-16

• Register for Delaware Estuary Science Conference, Jan. 10-12
• 'Rookie' Workshop for Secondary Science Teachers Set for Jan. 28-30
• 'Rookie' Workshop for Elementary Science Teachers Set for Feb. 25-27
• Teachers, Explore Delaware and Chesapeake Watersheds, Feb. 18-20

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