Science & Technology

Down by the Seashore: EPA Corals Lab Helps Protect Coral Reefs

At EPA's lab in Gulf Breeze, Florida, scientists address some of the pressing issues affecting coral reefs including dredging, plastic pollution, higher ocean temperatures, and changing ocean chemistry.

Exploring the Depths: A Journey aboard EPA & University of Southern Mississippi’s STEM Marine Science Cruise

EPA researchers guided students from the University of Southern Mississippi on a week-long science cruise that delved into the realm of field techniques, marine biology, and applied science.

Check Out EPA’s Office of Research and Development Earth Month Events

Here’s how you can celebrate with EPA on Earth Day and throughout the month of April.

How EPA Scientists Use Fish eDNA to Assess Estuarine Health

EPA researchers are exploring environmental DNA (eDNA) sampling as a modern approach for collecting basic fish community information.

Current Affairs: Studying Oil Spills in Freshwater Streams

At EPA’s unique Experimental Stream Facility (ESF) just east of Cincinnati, Ohio, a large high-bay laboratory space is filled with 16 stream channels, each nearly 30 feet long and equipped with a variety of monitoring instruments.

Inside EPA: A Closer Look at Some of EPA’s Laboratory Research Facilities

Ever wondered what’s happening behind the scenes at EPA research labs? Scientists and engineers are conducting research to address geographically-based environmental issues and advance science to support public health and the environment.

2024 Science Matters Stories

A collection of all the 2024 Science Matters stories published.

High-Throughput Toxicokinetics R Package Version 2.3.0

EPA researchers develop models to help estimate the amount of a chemical in the body which could lead to an effect.

Institutional Cookstoves: New International Testing Standards

Institutional cookstoves can be harmful for public health and the environment. EPA research has supported new international testing standards that will ensure cleaner, safer models around the world.

EPA and Partners Describe a Chemical Category Prioritization Approach to Select 75 PFAS for Testing using New Approach Methods

EPA researchers are using new methods to generate PFAS toxicity data.

EPA Researchers: 2017 Reflections and Hopes for 2018

EPA researchers share reflections on 2017 and their hopes for 2018.

EPA Researching the Impacts of Freshwater Salinization Syndrome

Freshwater contains natural salts and minerals. However, dramatic increases in salt concentrations are occurring in freshwaters globally due to human activities

“Marshing Forward” Despite Uncertainty: How EPA Researchers are Reframing Approaches to Coastal Climate Adaptation Efforts

EPA scientists evaluated both the scientific methodology and management practices behind coastal restoration projects. Using this research, they developed a framework to assist communities with collaboratively managing these fragile ecosystems.

Studying Marine Ecosystems at the Ocean Basin Scale: Success Through Collaboration

EPA’s Dr. Jim Kaldy has been collaborating with colleagues at the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Qingdao, China, on seagrass research. This international collaboration has led to significant scientific advancements about these critical estuarine habitats.