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The Florida Flood Hub for Applied Research and Innovation

The Flood Hub is a first in Florida. Established by the state and based at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science, it bridges the gap between scientists, policymakers, practitioners, and the public to help communities mitigate and adapt to flooding risks. The Flood Hub’s goal is to improve flood forecasting and inform science-based policy, planning, and management decisions.

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CMS in the News

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

A new study from the University of South Florida finds that freshwater from nearby rivers can help supercharge hurricanes.

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

More sargassum may enter the Gulf in July, with some reaching Florida and Gulf Coast later this summer.

Join our Team

The College of Marine Science (CMS) at the University of South Florida (ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ) invites applications for nine-month tenure-track faculty in Chemical Oceanography.

The College of Marine Science at the University of South Florida invites applications for nine-month tenure-track faculty in Chemical Oceanography.

PUBLICATION HIGHLIGHTS

Frank Müller-Karger is a Distinguished University Professor at the ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ College of Marine Science.

A new paper co-authored by Frank Müller-Karger, ľ¹ÏÊÓÆµ Distinguished University Professor, explores the many benefits that plankton bring to humans and the planet. Click on the image to read more.

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