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Connected Learning Ecosystems (CLEs)
Across our education efforts we support educators with professional learning opportunities that help them engage students in authentic science learning experiences. Workshops introduce educators to …
Education
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![Teachers gather in a small discussions indoors.]()
Connected Learning Ecosystems (CLEs)
Across our education efforts we support educators with professional learning opportunities that help them engage students in authentic science learning experiences. Workshops introduce educators to …
Education
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![Grayish water fills the streets under a gray sky. A brown pole with a red and white no parking sign on it sits in the middle of the photo.]()
Preparing Communities for Sea Level Rise
Whether directly or indirectly, we will all feel the impacts of continued sea level rise. In order to build resilient communities that can adapt and …
Community
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Climate Adaptation Resource Hub for Fishing Communities
We are working to support informed decision making in fisheries responding to climate change by combining community-specific information on climate-driven shifts of marine species with …
Science
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Assessing Coastal Flood Risk with Maine Communities
To understand what water level and weather conditions lead to local flooding, we’re expanding Maine’s network of tide gauges and pairing that data with community …
Community
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Climate Adaptation Strategies for Northeast U.S. Fishing Communities
We are leading several interdisciplinary projects to provide community-scale information that can be used to guide adaptation and planning for future ecosystem and fishery changes. …
Science
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![Two lobstermen working on a lobster boat parked by a pier]()
Resilience, Adaptation, and Transformation in Lobster Fishing Communities
Using the American lobster fishery as a case study, we will draw lessons from community experiences through a downturn in lobster populations in Southern New …
Science
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![This is a cover for a book called "With a Little Kelp from our Friends".]()
With a Little Kelp from our Friends!
Led by Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center, GMRI and partners aim to increase the use of seaweed aquaculture resources in Maine K-12 classrooms. This project provides …
Community
Stories
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For Rural Teachers, Nothing New About Physical Distance
Learn more about our Regional Teacher Communities, which connect teachers from remote areas of the state to share STEM teaching experiences.
Perspectives
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Establishing Regional Teacher Communities
For over a decade, our education team has served the students of Maine. During that time, we've learned that one of the best ways to …
Announcements
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![Woodstock Elementary School teacher Tonya Prentice holds up her McCarthy award in a flowery shirt, next to GMRI education staff member Meredyth Sullivan in a bright yellow shirt.]()
Woodstock Teacher Earns McCarthy Award
In June, our education team honored Woodstock Elementary School teacher Tonya Prentice with the third annual McCarthy Education Innovation Award. GMRI education staff presented the …
Tidings
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![Messalonskee Middle School teacher Amanda Ripa stands in a black shirt with a blue lanyard on in front of a wall plastered with her student's work on invasive species.]()
Maine Teacher Reflects on Vital Signs Experience
Messalonskee Middle School teacher Amanda Ripa recently led an invasive species investigation with her students. Below, she reflects on her experience using Vital Signs — …
Tidings
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![Rising grey waters flood onto land as a bridge appears lower than normal in the distance.]()
Communities Face Rising Seas
Our sea level rise program Coastal Resiliency Informed by Science and Experience (CRISE) brings local relevancy to global scientific data through local history, maps, and …
Perspectives
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![Four people sit around a table with cards in their hands, which are resting above something that looks similar to a board game.]()
Planning Forward for Stronger Coastal Communities
Our Municipal Climate Action Program launches a new climate strategy workshop called Planning Forward.
Tidings
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![A blue and white boat lists to the starboard side in turbulent, stormy waters as rain pours.]()
Coastal Communities Preparing for Sea Level Rise
Late this year, we began engaging citizens of Greater Portland in a new project centered on sea level rise. Especially when combined with storm surge …
Tidings
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Sea State Recap: Building Climate Ready Communities
In this installment of the Sea State series at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI), we hosted a timely conversation around supporting Maine communities …
Perspectives
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Buckfield teacher receives McCarthy Education Innovation Award
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With NOAA CPO Support, Gulf of Maine Research Institute Launches Climate Adaptation Resource Hub for Fishing Communities - Climate Program Office
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Shaping Tomorrow, Together: Gulf of Maine Research Institute Announces New Five-Year Strategic Plan
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Message from the President: Anti-Racism and Social Justice at GMRI
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Gulf of Maine Research Institute Names Rhiannon Hampson Vice President for Economic Development
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![Dr. Kathy Mills looks to her right as she listens to a reporter's question.]()
GMRI Scientist Selected to Lead National Climate Assessment Oceans Chapter
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Campaign for the Gulf of Maine Raises Over $22 Million
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Annual Report 2023
Departments And Labs
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![Mackerel Cove, full of docks, boats, lobster traps, and lots of shoreside infrastructure and housing.]()
Helping Coastal Communities Adapt
We assist marine communities to assess their climate risks and act on opportunities to adapt and thrive.
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![Two people in safety harnesses work underneath a pedestrian bridge over a salt marsh channel, while others observe from above on the bridge.]()
Building Climate-Ready Communities
Helping communities connected to the Gulf of Maine successfully adapt to rapid change.
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Community Department
We co-develop solutions with marine communities by assessing their risks and acting on opportunities to adapt and thrive.
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![Powerlines crossing over ocean water between islands during sunset.]()
Supporting Energy Solutions
Creating a lower-carbon economy and improving the resilience of electrical infrastructure.
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![Lobster boats anchored in a harbor with residential buildings in the background]()
Coastal and Marine Economics
Our lab seeks to understand the mechanisms behind our decisions and behaviors, and how they relate to coastal and marine resource uses.
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![Close-up of several flatfish tails submerged in bubbling seawater, freshly caught and rinsed on deck.]()
Adapting Fisheries & Seafood
Ensuring marine ecosystems, fisheries and seafood systems in the Gulf of Maine and beyond thrive as they adapt to change.
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![People are gathered in an observation platform above the ocean.]()
Economic Development Department
We collaborate with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and the business community to foster a resilient and sustainable regional marine economy.
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![A map showing rising average water temperature in the Gulf of Maine region with the title Climate Center laid over it]()
Climate Center
Climate change poses an existential threat to coastal communities as we know them. Our climate center supports local, state, national, and global climate actions that …
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Connected Learning Ecosystems (CLEs)
Across our education efforts we support educators with professional learning opportunities that help them engage students in authentic science learning experiences. Workshops introduce educators to …
Education
Connected Learning Ecosystems (CLEs)
Across our education efforts we support educators with professional learning opportunities that help them engage students in authentic science learning experiences. Workshops introduce educators to …
Education
Preparing Communities for Sea Level Rise
Whether directly or indirectly, we will all feel the impacts of continued sea level rise. In order to build resilient communities that can adapt and …
Community
Climate Adaptation Resource Hub for Fishing Communities
We are working to support informed decision making in fisheries responding to climate change by combining community-specific information on climate-driven shifts of marine species with …
Science
Assessing Coastal Flood Risk with Maine Communities
To understand what water level and weather conditions lead to local flooding, we’re expanding Maine’s network of tide gauges and pairing that data with community …
Community
Climate Adaptation Strategies for Northeast U.S. Fishing Communities
We are leading several interdisciplinary projects to provide community-scale information that can be used to guide adaptation and planning for future ecosystem and fishery changes. …
Science
Resilience, Adaptation, and Transformation in Lobster Fishing Communities
Using the American lobster fishery as a case study, we will draw lessons from community experiences through a downturn in lobster populations in Southern New …
Science
With a Little Kelp from our Friends!
Led by Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center, GMRI and partners aim to increase the use of seaweed aquaculture resources in Maine K-12 classrooms. This project provides …
Community
Stories
View all Stories
For Rural Teachers, Nothing New About Physical Distance
Learn more about our Regional Teacher Communities, which connect teachers from remote areas of the state to share STEM teaching experiences.
Perspectives
Establishing Regional Teacher Communities
For over a decade, our education team has served the students of Maine. During that time, we've learned that one of the best ways to …
Announcements
Woodstock Teacher Earns McCarthy Award
In June, our education team honored Woodstock Elementary School teacher Tonya Prentice with the third annual McCarthy Education Innovation Award. GMRI education staff presented the …
Tidings
Maine Teacher Reflects on Vital Signs Experience
Messalonskee Middle School teacher Amanda Ripa recently led an invasive species investigation with her students. Below, she reflects on her experience using Vital Signs — …
Tidings
Communities Face Rising Seas
Our sea level rise program Coastal Resiliency Informed by Science and Experience (CRISE) brings local relevancy to global scientific data through local history, maps, and …
Perspectives
Planning Forward for Stronger Coastal Communities
Our Municipal Climate Action Program launches a new climate strategy workshop called Planning Forward.
Tidings
Coastal Communities Preparing for Sea Level Rise
Late this year, we began engaging citizens of Greater Portland in a new project centered on sea level rise. Especially when combined with storm surge …
Tidings
Sea State Recap: Building Climate Ready Communities
In this installment of the Sea State series at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI), we hosted a timely conversation around supporting Maine communities …
Perspectives
General
View all General
Buckfield teacher receives McCarthy Education Innovation Award
With NOAA CPO Support, Gulf of Maine Research Institute Launches Climate Adaptation Resource Hub for Fishing Communities - Climate Program Office
Shaping Tomorrow, Together: Gulf of Maine Research Institute Announces New Five-Year Strategic Plan
Message from the President: Anti-Racism and Social Justice at GMRI
Gulf of Maine Research Institute Names Rhiannon Hampson Vice President for Economic Development
GMRI Scientist Selected to Lead National Climate Assessment Oceans Chapter
Campaign for the Gulf of Maine Raises Over $22 Million
Annual Report 2023
Departments And Labs
View all Departments And Labs
Helping Coastal Communities Adapt
We assist marine communities to assess their climate risks and act on opportunities to adapt and thrive.
Building Climate-Ready Communities
Helping communities connected to the Gulf of Maine successfully adapt to rapid change.
Community Department
We co-develop solutions with marine communities by assessing their risks and acting on opportunities to adapt and thrive.
Supporting Energy Solutions
Creating a lower-carbon economy and improving the resilience of electrical infrastructure.
Coastal and Marine Economics
Our lab seeks to understand the mechanisms behind our decisions and behaviors, and how they relate to coastal and marine resource uses.
Adapting Fisheries & Seafood
Ensuring marine ecosystems, fisheries and seafood systems in the Gulf of Maine and beyond thrive as they adapt to change.
Economic Development Department
We collaborate with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and the business community to foster a resilient and sustainable regional marine economy.
Climate Center
Climate change poses an existential threat to coastal communities as we know them. Our climate center supports local, state, national, and global climate actions that …
