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From September 13-October 6, the Hawaiʻi Abyssal Nodules and Associated Ecosystems Expedition will investigate abyssal plain nodules and ecosystems...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to pursue a career with the U.S. Geological Survey? Our virtual event on September 12, 2024, offers the chance to...

Lafayette, La.– U.S. Geological Survey scientists found increases in elevation may be an indicator of wetland loss, and published these findings in a...

The U.S. Federal Oceanographic Fleet supports Federal and academic marine activities that address a wide range of national needs. The Fleet is...

Imagine you could use just a few drops of water to know what sorts of animals and plants were present in an area. What an incredible tool this would...

The discovery of a previously-unknown population of threatened Ringed Map Turtles was released April 30

Deep-sea organisms, dwelling in complete darkness and dependent on nutrients from the surface, play pivotal roles in the transport, transformation...

Title: Celebrating International Women's Day and the Paths Taken to a Career in Science

Date: March 8, 2024, at 2:00 pm Eastern/11:00 am Pacific

USGS scientists will present findings from their ocean and coastal research at three scientific conferences this February.  USGS research in ocean...

USGS celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science by featuring five fascinating animals and five phenomenal female scientists who...