| Current research interests at
the Marine Institute are oriented towards the study of basic processes within
marshes as well as the system level ecology of the salt marshes, their associated
estuarine complexes, and the inshore coastal ecosystem. Publications of the
Marine Institute (nearly 1000 in number) are gathered together into volumes
of Contributions. Contact the Librarian (Laura Cammon), UGA Marine Institute,
Sapelo Island, GA 31327 for more information. lcammon@arches.uga.edu.
A interactive bibliography of Sapelo related research is also available on
line in the GCE Bibliographic Database.
For information on current research activities and publications of our faculty
please visit their individual web sites.
Research and Educational Facilities:
 The main laboratory building (the Barn) houses offices and laboratories for resident and visiting scientists, instrument
rooms, a flowing seawater laboratory, a library (with holdings in excess of
6000 volumes). Adjacent buildings include additional laboratory space, an
interactive electronic classroom, and apartments for visiting scientists and
students. The main buildings are linked with a fiberoptic ethernet system
and most core areas (including some housing) are served with wired cat5e or
wireless broadband internet access. All electronic databases and electronic
journals accessable on the main Athens campus can also be reached through
the UGAMInet. The smaller (~25 persons) of two class room / lecture areas
has access to the GSAMS teleconference system. GSAMS access will soon be added
to the larger Reynolds Theatre (103 persons) as part of a renovation and upgrade
to a fully electronic class room (completetion expected late 2004). The research
vessel R/V Spartina is a 44 ft. boat designed for work in shallow estuarine
environments. Several small outboards are also available for research.
Approximately 8,700 acres of the Sapelo Island marshes, upland, and tidal
creeks are designated as a National
Estuarine Research Reserve by NOAA. This area was set aside because of
its pristine nature and is intended for use in basic research and education
relevant to salt marsh ecosystems.
Internships and other Opportunities
> Outdoor Education Internships
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