Sea Level Rise in Florida: A Looming Threat to the Sunshine State
Florida, with its stunning coastlines, vibrant ecosystems, and thriving tourism industry, is no stranger to the impacts of climate change. One of the most pressing [..]
About Me
David Hastings Marine Science is a marine geochemist and chemical oceanographer. He landed on the shores of Tampa Bay in 2000 to teach marine science, environmental science, and chemistry at Eckerd College. Dr. Hastings started this adventure studying chemistry at Princeton University and received his Ph.D. in chemical oceanography from the University of Washington. His primary research interest is paleoclimatology, understanding the history of past climate changes as revealed in ocean sediments. David Hastings Professor also studies the impact of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico on ocean sediments and microplastics in the marine environment.
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Banning Single-Use Plastics in Florida
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Why Should I Study Marine Geochemistry?
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Which College Has the Best Marine Geochemistry Program?
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