A recent study has shown that oyster management practices in the Rappahannock River benefit both the health of the oyster reefs as well as the fishery.
Research & Scholarship
Research & Scholarship
It’s time for new perspectives on algae
Researchers at William & Mary's Batten School & VIMS are researching the critical role played by various algae in maintaining the health of not only their own habitats but of coastal communities worldwide.
Excellence
William & Mary classified as one of the nation’s top research institutions
University receives R1 research activity classification from Carnegie.
W&M Life
Theatre and marine science collaborate to bring environmental issues center stage
The play tells the story of inhabitants of a barrier island dealing with the immediate aftermath of a hurricane.
University News
W&M’s new major in coastal and marine sciences a first for Virginia
State agency approves major and clears way for public undergraduate coastal and marine sciences degree program to launch this fall
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W&M Life
Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2024 brings 4,000 back to campus
More than 4,000 members of the William & Mary community gathered Oct. 17-20 on campus for this year’s Homecoming & Reunion Weekend.
Research & Scholarship
A poor year for juvenile striped bass in Virginia waters in 2024
The 2024 value is significantly lower than the historic average of 7.77 fish per seine haul and marks the second consecutive year of below-average recruitment in Virginia tributaries.
Research & Scholarship
The comeback continues for Virginia’s bay scallops
The results of this year's survey show their population may be approaching sustainable levels.
Research & Scholarship
Fall Tack Lecture brings the salt marsh to Sadler Center
The fall 2024 Tack Faculty Lecture, “Space Fish, Zombie Shrimp and Other Saltmarsh Tales,” is scheduled for Nov. 14.
Service & Community
Marine Life Day breaks records, inspires hundreds at Eastern Shore Lab
VIMS and Batten School researchers, students and volunteers introduced a record number of Marine Life Day attendees to a broad spectrum of marine science experiences.
Research & Scholarship
W&M study offers hope for the resilience of the American lobster fishery
According to a study by researchers at William & Mary’s Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences, the American lobster may be more resilient to the effects of climate change than expected.
Research & Scholarship
New species of Antarctic dragonfish highlights its threatened ecosystem
A new species of Antarctic dragonfish, Akarotaxis gouldae or Banded Dragonfish, has been discovered in waters off the western Antarctic Peninsula by researchers at VIMS and William & Mary’s Batten School of Coastal & Marine…
Research & Scholarship
The science and beauty of the VIMS Eastern Shore Laboratory undergrad field course
The two-week course is designed to expose them to field-based, coastal marine research.
Research & Scholarship
Experts encouraged by continued expansion of Chesapeake Bay grasses
High salinity regions showed record expansion of eelgrass.
University News
Flood of press coverage follows transformational gift announcement
William & Mary’s reputation as the premier global institution for coastal and marine sciences is reaching new shores.
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University News
Science for solutions: Announcing the Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences
A $100-million gift from Jane Batten HON ’17, L.H.D. ’19 will establish the Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science.
University News
Leaders reflect on global impact of Batten gift
University and community leaders react to the $100 million gift to establish William & Mary’s Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences.
University News
$100M gift to establish William & Mary’s Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences
This historic gift is the largest ever to a university in support of coastal and marine science education, research and solutions.
Research & Scholarship
Mix it up: VIMS-led study aims to expand plankton research
Led by W&M scientists, new focus on understudied 'mixoplankton' helps to better understand aquatic ecosystems.
Service & Community
Sustainable solutions: W&M alumni find opportunities and challenges in the growing field of renewable energy
William & Mary alumni are pursuing solutions on a much larger scale.
Research & Scholarship
Humans drive climate change by altering freshwater decomposition
Humans are increasing the rate at which organic matter decomposes in freshwater ecosystems around the world, speeding up natural processes that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and threaten biodiversity.
Research & Scholarship
VIMS celebrates 50 years of shark research: A milestone for marine conservation
The 50th anniversary of the pioneering shark survey marks a milestone in scientific research and demonstrates VIMS researchers’ dedication to understanding and conserving marine life.
Research & Scholarship
Middle Peninsula marshes and living shorelines create benefits valued at $6.4M annually
Recently published in the journal Ocean & Coastal Management, the study is the first to assign an economic value to an ecological benefit of living shorelines.
Excellence
Transformative impact of 2024 Plumeri Awards celebrated
Ten leading faculty are recognized with excellence awards.
University News
W&M pursues bachelor’s in marine science
Proposed program would be first public undergraduate marine science degree in Virginia.
Research & Scholarship
Encouraging news for underwater grasses in Chesapeake Bay, despite ‘mystery’ losses around Gunpowder and Middle rivers
Underwater bay grasses are a vital part of the bay’s ecosystem.
Service & Community
W&M wins big on the West Coast
W&M Weekend in San Francisco gathered the W&M community on the West Coast.
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Deep impact
Bart Shepherd ’92 is saving the world's coral reefs by showing them off.
Research & Scholarship
VIMS study reveals widgeongrass has replaced eelgrass as the dominant seagrass species in Chesapeake Bay
Research findings present new opportunities and challenges for coastlines.
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W&M Life
William & Mary’s 2022-2023 year in review
Take a look back at some of the highlights from William & Mary's 2022-23 academic year.
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