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Researchers present at IEEE/MTS Oceans 2007, October 2007, Vancouver, BC
Solid waste (e.g., garbage,
trash, litter) in the world's waters and solid waste that
accumulates on the shorelines of waterways is known as
marine debris. Marine debris has been recognized as a
form of pollution for over 50 years and is often described
as one of the most pervasive marine pollution problems
because it is found from the most remote beach locations
to the most visited beaches throughout the world. Debris
may enter the water from vessels or from being washed
off the land through stormwater, streams and rivers. Marine
debris is a concern for aesthetic, environmental, human
and animal health and safety reasons.
Researchers at the University
of New Hampshire, along with several partners, with funding
from the National Oceanic and Atmosphereic Administration
(NOAA), have several projects related to marine debris
research.
A Survey of Marine Debris
Management and Research Presented at the Air
and Waste Management Association (AWMA) National Conference,
June 2001, in Orlando, Florida
Jenna
Jambeck, Ph.D. Research Assistant Professor
Civil/Environmental Engineering
University of New Hampshire
Gregg Hall
Durham, NH 03824
603.862.4023 jenna.jambeck@unh.edu
Amy
Merten, Ph.D.
Co-Director (NOAA)
Coastal Response Research Center
University of New Hampshire
Gregg Hall
Durham, NH 03824
603.862.3535 amy.merten@noaa.gov
