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Urban Coast Institute Honors Mayer

Urban Coast Institute Honors Mayer

Larry Mayer, professor and director of UNH’s Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping, received the National Champion of the Ocean Award from the Urban Coast Institute (UCI) of Monmouth University in New Jersey. The award was established in 2005 to honor individuals who have undertaken actions and... Read More

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