The project will continue and expand the Gulf of Maine Marine Biodiversity Observing Network by supporting continued biodiversity and oceanographic sampling at established locations along the Maine Coastal Current and in the deep Wilkinson Basin. In addition, it will develop a detailed ecosystem framework, a seascape, for lower trophic levels to observe change in ecosystem conditions. Finally, the project will develop a holistic view of the water column to increase our explanatory and predictive capabilities, as well as the utility of information to support gulf area management and decision-making.

PI: Jake Kritzer, NERACOOS

IRA Funded Marine Life award: $1.9M