The website belongs to the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES). Its main focus is on guiding the state, nation, and world towards a more sustainable future through research, education, and outreach programs. The center has multiple campuses including Appalachian Laboratory, Chesapeake Biological Laboratory, Horn Point Laboratory, and Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology. It aims to apply scientific knowledge to address issues related to climate change in the Chesapeake area and around the world. UMCES offers graduate programs, community learning initiatives, professional studies, educational outreach programs for students at various levels. It also provides research administration services along with a fleet of research vessels. The website features information about core research areas as well as highlights from recent research conducted by UMCES scientists. Additionally, it includes news updates, press releases, directories of various programs offered by UMCES and information about their experts.
