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Author: Julie Maurer

I am a masters student at the University of Rhode Island, studying the ecology of the harmful algal bloom genus, Pseudo-nitzschia. My work is interdisciplinary and revolves around coastal health, water quality, and public engagement with science. In my free time I enjoy doing crafts, writing, cooking, and exploring the outdoors on my feet or a pair of skis.
How heatwaves stress marine plants
Climate Change Modeling

How heatwaves stress marine plants

Humans aren't the only species that stress out about climate change.
June 13, 2024June 14, 2024 Julie Maurer
Seascapes of the Deep Sea
deep sea Ecology

Seascapes of the Deep Sea

Defining the boundaries of an ecosystem is challenging in the deep sea, but crucial for protecting them.
November 10, 2023November 10, 2023 Julie Maurer
An Octopus’ Garden In the Abyssal Plane
deep sea

An Octopus’ Garden In the Abyssal Plane

Mates are often scarce in the deep sea, but one species of octopus found a life hack.
September 6, 2023September 6, 2023 Julie Maurer
Assessing the Impacts of Derelict Fishing Gear
Pollution

Assessing the Impacts of Derelict Fishing Gear

Interviews of divers and local fishers reveal the scale, and impacts of discarded fishing gear in the Eastern Caribbean.
July 18, 2023July 18, 2023 Julie Maurer
Researchers Make a Break-Through on Coral-Friendly Sunscreen
Coral Human impacts

Researchers Make a Break-Through on Coral-Friendly Sunscreen

As the days get longer and we long for warmer weather, scientists are busy developing eco-friendly sunscreen.
March 20, 2023March 25, 2023 Julie Maurer
A Timely Tool for the Race Against Sun Corals
Invasive Species

A Timely Tool for the Race Against Sun Corals

How Brazilian researchers are racing the clock to fight the invasion of sun corals and globalization with digital tools.
January 16, 2023January 16, 2023 Julie Maurer
Bacterial Batteries: Deep Sea Hydrothermal Vents Host Electrifying Bacteria
deep sea Microbiology

Bacterial Batteries: Deep Sea Hydrothermal Vents Host Electrifying Bacteria

In a world without light, hydrothermal vent bacteria can still make a spark.
October 19, 2022October 19, 2022 Julie Maurer
SURFO SPECIAL: Stuck on you: A look into biofouling
Human impacts SURFO Special

SURFO SPECIAL: Stuck on you: A look into biofouling

SURFO student, Kate Silvester, describes her summer research on biofouling.
August 26, 2022 Julie Maurer
Spongebob used solar power before it was cool
Biology

Spongebob used solar power before it was cool

Humans aren't the only animals who can harness solar power. These sponges supplement their diet with photosynthesis!
August 19, 2022August 25, 2022 Julie Maurer
Scientists reveal how marine dinosaurs swam underwater
Natural History

Scientists reveal how marine dinosaurs swam underwater

Scientists are close to settling a century-old debate on how Plesiosaurs swam through the prehistoric ocean.
June 21, 2022June 21, 2022 Julie Maurer
Evolution in Action for Diatoms in the Baltic Sea
Genetics

Evolution in Action for Diatoms in the Baltic Sea

A species of marine algae is adapting to freshwater areas of the Baltic Sea.
May 24, 2022May 24, 2022 Julie Maurer
Life in plastic: Harmful bacteria and algae may hide in ocean plastic waste
Plastic Pollution

Life in plastic: Harmful bacteria and algae may hide in ocean plastic waste

Researchers from North Carolina investigate how many microbes can thrive inside a plastic bottle. Their findings may surprise you!
April 27, 2022April 27, 2022 Julie Maurer

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