The Sustainable Seas Institute team has returned safely from our ten-day expedition through the Lesser Antilles, and I am thrilled to report that the mission was a resounding success. From the volcanic peaks of St. Lucia to the vibrant harbors of Guadeloupe, our journey from December 30 to January 8 […]
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From December 30 to January 8, the Sustainable Seas Institute team will be heading into the Lesser Antilles for a multi-island expedition across St. Lucia, Martinique, Dominica, and Guadeloupe. This ten‑day journey will launch our new year of research and education with a focus on vibrant tropical ecosystems, coastal communities, […]
The entire team at the Sustainable Seas Institute is bursting with pride for Sam Phillips, a dedicated Honors College undergraduate at UNC Charlotte! Sam recently presented his research at the Honors College Undergraduate Research Symposium, marking a huge accomplishment and demonstrating the dedication and hard work he poured into his […]
A first-of-its-kind expedition, led by Roger Tipton, an associate professor in UNC Charlotte College of Engineering, is set to study “forever chemicals” in some of the planet’s most untouched waters— charting new research and impact. See this video about Dr. Tipton’s work in the Arctic.
The Arctic, a remote and fragile ecosystem, is a bellwether for our planet’s health. What happens there has global implications, and understanding its secrets is a critical mission for scientists around the world. At the Sustainable Seas Institute, we are committed to supporting this vital research, which is why we’re […]
We’re thrilled to announce the publication of a significant new paper, “Temporal Dataset of Emerging and Legacy PFAS Concentrations (ng/L) in 11 Inland Watersheds (Lakes, Rivers, Islands) and Median PFAS Concentrations Across 14 Seas and Oceans Over Multiple Time Periods.” This marks a major milestone, as it’s the first publication […]
The Sustainable Seas Institute is thrilled to share an exciting recap of our recent 10-day research cruise to the vibrant waters of Martinique! Aboard our research vessel, the R/V Dawn, our team embarked on a critical mission to investigate water quality around this beautiful Caribbean island, led by the Chief […]
Our founder, Dr. Roger Tipton, recently had a productive meeting with Dr. Rainer Lohmann, a distinguished expert in environmental chemistry at the University of Rhode Island (URI). This meeting wasn’t just a friendly chat; it was a crucial step in formalizing an exciting new collaboration under a National Science Foundation […]
We’re excited to share a significant update on our beloved research vessel, the R/V Dawn! To ensure she remains at the forefront of ocean exploration and continues to provide a reliable platform for our critical research, the R/V Dawn is currently undergoing a comprehensive refit in the beautiful waters of […]
Hello world! We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Sustainable Seas Institute, a new non-profit organization dedicated to conducting and supporting vital research in both freshwater and ocean environments. Our Mission The health of our planet is inextricably linked to the health of its waters. From the deepest […]