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May 14, 2026
A Voyage of the R/V W.T. Hogarth
Follow scientists aboard a seven-day research expedition powered by the Southeast U.S. Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON). Through collaborative monitoring and sampling efforts, researchers are gathering data to better understand changing ocean ecosystems using biodiversity observations, emerging technologies, and coordinated scientific research.
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May 11, 2026
Gliders Officially Recognized as Essential Hurricane Monitoring Tools
A milestone years in the making: ocean gliders are now formally recognized as an essential component of the 2026 National Hurricane Operations Plan by the Interagency Council for Advancing Meteorological Services (ICAMS).
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May 7, 2026
Longtime SECOORA Partner USF College of Marine Science Begins Recovery Efforts After Fire
Following the recent fire at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science, SECOORA is focused on supporting our partners and highlighting the importance of critical observing systems and maintaining the flow of coastal data. USF CMS plays an important role in delivering coastal data and observations that support communities across the Gulf and Southeast.
What we do:
Ensure Healthy Coastal Oceans for Resilient Futures
Our observing system provides access to historical and real-time coastal ocean data that advances science, technology innovation, and product development. Insights generated from our observing data ensure the right decisions are made to secure resilient futures and safeguard coastal ocean ecosystems and communities.
Cultivate Collaborative Communities
Our network of government, industry, academics, and NGOs come together to solve problems, observe, and raise awareness of our coastal ocean. We partner with communities to enhance their understanding of and response to the effects of the changing climate. Leveraging real-time data, communities are able to to monitor and proactively address issues like flooding and beach safety.
Support Innovation and Data-Driven Decision-Making
Our data and network are essential to science-based policy and management decisions and informing regional research priorities. We utilize emerging technologies to provide the information coastal communities need to thrive in a changing world and build a flourishing blue economy.
Transforming Coastal Ocean Monitoring with Web Cameras
Experience the future of coastal ocean observing with WebCOOS (Webcam Coastal Observation System). Stream real-time live camera feeds and remotely monitor flooding, study beach erosion, monitor beach usage, and identify rip currents.
A short time lapse created from a WebCOOS camera observing storm surge during Hurricane Idalia (August 30, 2023). The camera is positioned on the Charleston Branch Pilots pier overlooking Charleston Harbor, the Cooper River, and nearby infrastructure,