![The Midpoint: Moment, Memories, and More](https://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Image3-1080x620.png)
![The Midpoint: Moment, Memories, and More](https://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Image3-1080x620.png)
![Impacts of Oyster Leases in North Carolina Estuarine Systems: Habitat Creation through Sustainable Aquaculture](https://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Morley1-1080x675.jpeg)
Impacts of Oyster Leases in North Carolina Estuarine Systems: Habitat Creation through Sustainable Aquaculture
Written by Lauren Colonair. In January of 2020, Dr. Jim Morley, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at East Carolina University, joined CSI as an Assistant Scientist. Morley brings unique and exciting perspectives to the team, as he is currently the...![Experiences of a NCROEP Intern](https://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/rushing-wave-1080x675.jpeg)
Experiences of a NCROEP Intern
Written by Meagan Gates. I gaze out at the expanse of water before me, the white-capped waves deceptively calm from a distance. The sun shining in between the clouds makes the waves glisten brightly. I could never get used to seeing such a brilliant view. Honestly, I...![Intern Adventures at Cedar Island: A Day at Dr. Morley’s Field Site](https://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/MorleyTeaser1-1080x675.jpeg)
Intern Adventures at Cedar Island: A Day at Dr. Morley’s Field Site
Written by Lauren Colonair. This aerial shot of the oyster lease paints a picture of how much structure these plots introduce into the sound. [Photo: John McCord] Dr. Jim Morley, one of the newest researchers at CSI, is working on many interesting projects through...![People and Sediment: Environmental Change in Bangladesh](https://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Rogers1.jpeg)
People and Sediment: Environmental Change in Bangladesh
Written by Lauren Colonair. Local farmers are important to Dr. Rogers' research in many ways. Their close connection with the land gives them first-hand knowledge of the changes taking place in the delta. The flow of knowledge from the farmers to Rogers and vice versa...![Coming Soon: CSI Virtual Tour!](https://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Campus_flowers_web.jpg)