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The Florida Flood Hub for Applied Research and Innovation

The Flood Hub is a first in Florida. Established by the state and based at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science, it bridges the gap between scientists, policymakers, practitioners, and the public to help communities mitigate and adapt to flooding risks. The Flood Hub’s goal is to improve flood forecasting and inform science-based policy, planning, and management decisions.

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Tuesday, December 9, 2025

You may know sargassum as the stinky algae that periodically washes ashore, but it’s been an important breeding habitat for many marine species in the Atlantic.

Monday, December 8, 2025

Researchers at the Íøºì±¬ÁÏ discovered a steep decline in sargassum, a brown seaweed found in large floating masses, despite huge swaths of it inundating beaches in Florida and beyond.

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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. Click on the image to read more.

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