Bacteria everywhere, and they play important roles in the world's ocean. The study of marine bacteria is a quickly growing field in ocean research.
The following web pages are the work of a COSEE Coastal Trends Scientist-Educator Team that conducted research on marine bacteria at the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment in Lewes, DE during the summer of 2009. Browse the "Learn About," "Explore Trends," and "Investigate Current Research" pages for marine bacteria facts and information on how scientists conduct research on marine bacteria. Visit the "Access Classroom Resources" page for lesson plans on marine bacteria.
Credits: Dr. Dave Kirchman, Dr. Tiffany Straza, Dr. Matthew Cottrell, Maryse Leandre, Rosetta Jordan, COSEE Coastal Trends staff.
Teacher reviewers: Barbara Bennett, Michael Romano, Kajsa Nicholas, Suzanne Steadham, Christopher Sikich, Jessica Somers, John Taylor-Lehman, Kathleen Gibson