Nutrient dumping in freshwater ecosystems is posing a hazard to human health, the environment and the economy in the United States. Increased exposure to these marine hazards is proven to deteriorate human health.  “Contamination of water sources by toxins is affecting our drinking water supply. Some of these toxins produce liver disease, liver cancer, and neurodegenerative [...]

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Have you ever wondered if the fish sandwich you’re eating is actually the grouper you ordered and not some other type of fish that you overpaid for? Labeling seafood appropriately is important for safety and consumption, and protecting the livelihood of domestic fishermen. Kathy Moore, biologist at the Center for Coastal Environmental Health and Bimolecular Research told WaterWideWeb, “We [...]

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Bioprospecting for marine compounds along Panama’s coasts is currently underway to develop new alternative medications. Panama’s location on both the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean makes the country a hotspot for unique marine chemicals that could be used to treat neglected diseases such as cancer. The Panama International Cooperative Biodiversity Group (Panama ICBG) is a program funded [...]

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Science and technology are crucial components of water monitoring and management. As policy makers, specialists, and other experts compare and debate statistics on water related issues,  the question always lingers, “Which data is most reliable?” Ideally, water professionals should have access to the same data points at any given time. Then, lobbying for effective water management [...]

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Global water demands are increasing. Food security and energy production are major considerations in global water security. Public health and economic development are in large part moderated by the management of water systems. Essentially, the future of the world is contingent upon safe and sustainable water systems. But how is the international community addressing this [...]

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