Overview: NH Sea Grant Extension
NH Sea Grant Extension serves as the link between the marine community and UNH, and it helps stakeholders solve problems related to marine resources. Through informal education programs and day-to-day contact, extension staff members are able to assist individuals and groups in making informed decisions about the use, development and conservation of those resources. Extension's efforts are focused on achieving the goals listed here. In all of these activities, NH Sea Grant works closely with UNH Cooperative Extension. For more information on any of these activities, contact the appropriate staff member using the information on our staff page.

Commercial Fisheries

  Develop technologies and techniques that will lead to reduced by-catch and regulatory discard of commercially important Gulf of Maine (GOM) fish species. (Pingguo He)
  Improve fisheries science and provide ancillary employment for fishermen by encouraging and facilitating cooperative research between fishermen and scientists. (Rollie Barnaby)
  Reduce the incidental take of marine mammals during fishing operations in a way that has minimal economic impact on the commercial fishing industry. (Rollie Barnaby)
  Reduce the negative impacts of fishing gear on marine habitats and reduce by-catch of commercially important GOM species. (Ken LaValley)

Aquaculture

  Develop and improve production methods for marine species appropriate for aquaculture in the New England region. (Rollie Barnaby)
  Ensure that commercial aquaculture is environmentally sustainable and economically/socially viable. (Rollie Barnaby)
  Transfer information and technology to appropriate user communities. (Rollie Barnaby)

Coastal Ecosystem Health and Public Safety

  Develop the capability to monitor and predict the response of GOM ecosystems to both natural and man-made disturbances. (Brian Doyle)
  Identify land uses within the coastal watershed that are significantly degrading GOM water quality through nutrient and contaminant discharges. (Ann Reid)
  Determine the environmental and ecological factors responsible for harmful algal blooms in the GOM. (Brian Doyle)
  Develop techniques and approaches to conserve, improve, restore and create important GOM coastal habitats, including seagrass beds, wetlands, mudflats and beach systems. (Julia Peterson)
  Provide scientifically based information, allowing decision-makers to implement policies for sustainable development in coastal areas. (Julia Peterson)

Marine Science Education and Human Resources

  Develop, enhance, customize and field test multidisciplinary K-12 curriculum materials and programs that support state and national science standards. (Mark Wiley)
  Increase opportunities for K-12 teachers to improve their knowledge and skills in the marine science fields by providing appropriate training for preservice and practicing teachers. (Mark Wiley)
  Build a marine literate citizenry by increasing public understanding of critical New Hampshire marine and coastal issues through up-to-date and relevant marine education programs focusing on the GOM. (Mark Wiley)