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Which sectors are you target- ing speciÞ cally? SMAST is well recognized for marine Þ sheries science and manage- ment. Proximity to the premier com-mercial Þ shing port in the U.S., New Bedford, mandates that UMASSD have strong connections with all facets of the Þ shing industry. SMAST graduates are working in organizations that address Þ sheries management, stock assessment and policy. We also have exceptional pro- grams in coastal ecosystem processes, water quality, ocean observation and the use of novel technology for oceanograph- ic observations. Similarly, the SMAST programs in ocean modeling and biogeo-chemistry are world class. Isn?t ocean biogeochemistry your research area? Please ex- plain what the study of ocean biogeochemistry is, and what is the thrust of your research? My Þ eld of research uses a com- bination of satellite technology and op-tical instrumentation to understand and map the biogeochemistry in the ocean on a wide range of spatial scales, literally from centimeters to kilometers. We are trying to understand how the oceans in- ß uence carbon dioxide levels in the atmo- sphere. A key to this is understanding the Òbiological pump,Ó which is the biologi- cally enhanced ocean uptake of carbon dioxide. We can use satellites and in wa- ter instrumentation to determine distribu- tions of carbon and other biogeochemical materials such as chlorophyll associated with phytoplankton, and from that iden-tify regions of high biological activity in different regions which can play an im- portant role in ocean uptake of carbon. How are you able pursue your Positioning - for success. 8 cm accuracy worldwide (2 drms) High accuracy Heading/Pitch and Roll sensors GPS, GLONASS and GNSS solutions QA/QC NMEA outputs compliant with OGP 373-19 / IMCA S 015 Precise Stable & Reliable Easy to Install Angola Brazil Mexico Singapore South Africa United Kingdom USA www.cnav.com WORLD DGNSSAerial view of SMAST. Adjacent lot is proposed site of marine science campus expansion. Marine Technology Reporter 27www.seadiscovery.com MTR #8 (18-33).indd 27MTR #8 (18-33).indd 2710/15/2013 4:07:31 PM10/15/2013 4:07:31 PM
