About

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Coastal and Offshore

Coastal Change

Coastal Habitats and Ecosystems

Ocean Science

Energy and Mineral Resources

Capabilities

Laboratories, field operations and equipment design, computer model development

The USGS Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center studies western U.S. coastal and offshore areas, including Alaska, Hawai´i, and other Pacific islands. Our scientists conduct research, monitor processes, and deliver products to help managers make more informed resource management and policy decisions.

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History of the Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center

The history of our team, its name, its location through the years.

History of the Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center

The history of our team, its name, its location through the years.

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What We Do at the Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center

Learn more about the science of the Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center.

What We Do at the Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center

Learn more about the science of the Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center.