Join us for the January 2026 installment of the “Science on the Sound” Lecture Series at the Coastal Studies Institute on the ECU Outer Banks Campus. This monthly, in-person lecture series brings perspectives from all over the state and highlights coastal topics in northeastern North Carolina. This month, Dr. Jim Morley, Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at ECU, will present, “Investigating the life history of Sheepshead, North Carolina’s toothiest fish“. The program will take place at 6 PM on January 15, 2026.
Sheepshead are a popular species among anglers throughout NC, but their life history is one of the most poorly understood. Recently, researchers have uncovered important aspects of sheepshead biology relating to reproduction, movement patterns, and habitat use. However, as with all good science, new questions emerge.
Dr. Jim Morley is a fisheries ecologist who has been investigating the life history of marine and estuarine species in North Carolina for over 20 years. He is interested in how human-caused disturbances and climate change interact with the life cycles of aquatic species.
The program is free, and the public is encouraged to attend. The program will also be live-streamed on the CSI YouTube Channel and archived for later viewing.
Based at the Coastal Studies Institute (CSI), the North Carolina Renewable Ocean Energy Program (NCROEP) advances inter-disciplinary marine energy solutions across UNC System partner colleges of engineering at NC State University, UNC Charlotte, and NC A&T University. Click on the links below for more information.
ECU's Integrated Coastal Programs (ECU ICP) is a leader in coastal and marine research, education, and engagement. ECU ICP includes the Coastal Studies Institute, ECU's Department of Coastal Studies, and ECU Diving and Water Safety.
The ECU Outer Banks campus is home to the Coastal Studies Institute.
