Tag: Maine
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🥧 Pi, Pie, and Particle Propulsion
Today we’re exploring a scientific instrument with a whole lot of PIE-tential. The biolistic particle delivery system helps scientists study the traits and characteristics of…
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It’s OK to Be a Little Shellfish
Whether you drizzle them with mignonette, put them in a hearty stew, or broil them to perfection, there’s no denying that Maine oysters are delectable.…
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Bangor Daily News: Congressional investment in science essential to protect our ocean
“In Maine, science funding is closely tied to industries that depend on the marine environment,” write Deborah Bronk, president and CEO of Bigelow Laboratory and…
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Colby College: On the Water with Bigelow Laboratory
Through a partnership with Bigelow Laboratory, Colby College students are uncovering plankton’s essential role in forming the foundation of the ocean’s marine ecosystem.
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Go with the Flow
Whether you’re new to cytometry or looking to brush up on your skills, Bigelow Laboratory’s Introduction to Aquatic Flow Cytometry course is a great learning…
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Major Minor Opportunity
The long-standing relationship between Bigelow Laboratory and Colby College recently took a step forward with the creation of a marine science minor. The program leverages…
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Blue Biotech Bulletin: February 2026
As an ocean science leader, Bigelow Laboratory is helping Maine bring to bear its competitive advantages to position the state at the forefront of this…
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Mainebiz: Kittery startup wants to build Maine’s first seaweed ‘biorefinery’
Check out this Mainebiz article featuring Atlantic BlueBio, which was recently accepted to the Maine Blue Biotech Studio organized by Bigelow Laboratory and Hatch Blue!…
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Breaking Through
Ocean science breakthroughs happen all year long. Sometimes, these breakthroughs are quite literal. This February, several Bigelowians spotted the R/V Clarice in its winter berth…
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Whale Worth the Wait!
Due to weather concerns, Within the Whale has been postponed until Saturday, February 28. We hope to see you at Bigelow Laboratory next weekend for…
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Blue’s Cues
From February 13-14, Bigelow Laboratory hosted students from The Roux Institute at Northeastern University’s Master of Science in Biotechnology program for their semester’s first experiential…
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Culture Curious?
Advance your skills with the National Center of Marine Algae and Microbiota’s (NCMA) Algal Culturing Techniques Course, a week-long professional development experience led by expert…
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Feeling the Love
Today, Bigelow Laboratory is swooning over some really lovely news. We’ve once again received a four-star rating from Charity Navigator and a Platinum Seal of…
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Ready, Set, BLOOM
Do you know a Maine high school junior with an interest in the ocean? Great news: applications for Bigelow Laboratory‘s free high school program are…
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Not At All Trivial
Happy 2nd anniversary to Ocean on Tap! To celebrate this milestone, please join us at Foootbridge Brewery next Thursday for a special ocean trivia night.…
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Glowing and Growing
On Thursday, Research Technician Lydia Pinard snapped a stunning sunrise illuminating the Pavlova and Nannochloropsis cultures in Bigelow Laboratory‘s greenhouse. Thanks for sharing, Lydia, and…
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Chili Vibes Only 🌶️
Earlier today, Bigelow Laboratory hosted its 10th annual chili cook-off. Team members broke out their best recipes and flooded our campus with copious numbers of…
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UMaine News: Five Students Share Why They Chose Maine
Kyle Oliveira, a UMaine PhD student who has worked at Bigelow Laboratory, was highlighted in the University of Maine News about his research learning more…
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Putting the Seafloor on the Map
Get ready to learn why and how scientists build maps of the ocean floor! On Friday, join us at Aekeir Brewing for the next Ocean…
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Blue Biotech Bulletin: January 2026
Maine researchers and entrepreneurs are unlocking the potential of algae, seaweed, shellfish, and marine microbes to develop novel products and materials. These blue biotechnology innovations…