Campus at the Coast

April 24, 2025

Differences of Opinion on Whale Mortality

With deceased whale strandings increasing along the Atlantic coast, scientists and fishermen are debating the possible causes, from boat strikes to fishing gear entanglement to offshore wind energy sources.  Professor and director of marine health at North Carolina State University’s Center for Marine Sciences and Technology, Dr. Craig Harms, weighs in on the story. Read more…

April 23, 2025

NC State CMAST Deploys Audio Video Array in the Galapagos

NC State CMAST research specialist, Melissa LaCroce, and PhD student, Mikayla Carrier, are pictured preparing to deploy an audio video array (AVA) in San Cristobal, Galapagos. This AVA system features multiple time-synced hydrophones and cameras mounted on a 3D frame. At night, when the acoustic activity of fish is often heightened, the field of view…

April 03, 2025

Humpback Whale Carcass in Indian Beach Examined by CMAST Veterinarians and Partners

Morehead City, NC, April 2, 2025 – A humpback whale carcass reported floating off the coast of North Carolina by the Clearwater Marine Research Institute North Atlantic Right Whale Aerial Survey team over the weekend was examined by a team from the NC State University Center for Marine Sciences and Technology (CMAST) and its partners. The…

An Extraordinary Coastal Center

About 150 miles from Raleigh, NC State’s Center for Marine Sciences and Technology is offering students unique experiences and furthering the university’s research and outreach mission.

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Commitment to Well-being, Belonging and Equality

The Center for Marine Sciences and Technology (CMAST) is committed to the well-being, belonging and equality of all people. We commit to fostering and growing a CMAST community that welcomes, includes and supports students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds.

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