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Meredith Leigh McPherson, Ph.D.

Meredith McPherson is a Physical Scientist at the Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center.

I am a biological oceanographer who studies the impacts of climate change on nearshore coastal marine ecosystems including kelp forests, seagrasses, and coral reefs. I use geospatial and oceanographic timeseries datasets to investigate spatiotemporal patterns of benthic habitats and their change through time.

Professional Experience

  • 2022-2024 Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Massachusetts Boston

  • 2013-2015 Science Coordinator, CSU Maritime Academy

Education and Certifications

  • 2021 Ph.D. Ocean Sciences, University of California Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA

  • 2013 MS Ocean and Earth Sciences, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA

  • 2009 BS Ocean and Earth Sciences, Biology, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA

Science and Products

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Coral head that looks like lettuce sits on sandy bottom in clear blue water and is surrounded by brightly colored fish.

Coral Reef Project

Explore the fascinating undersea world of coral reefs. Learn how we map, monitor, and model coral reefs so we can better understand, protect, and preserve our Nation's reefs.
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Natural Hazards Mission Area, Coastal and Marine Hazards and Resources Program, Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center, Supplemental Appropriations for Disaster Recovery Activities
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Coral Reef Project

Explore the fascinating undersea world of coral reefs. Learn how we map, monitor, and model coral reefs so we can better understand, protect, and preserve our Nation's reefs.
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Science and Products

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Coral head that looks like lettuce sits on sandy bottom in clear blue water and is surrounded by brightly colored fish.

Coral Reef Project

Explore the fascinating undersea world of coral reefs. Learn how we map, monitor, and model coral reefs so we can better understand, protect, and preserve our Nation's reefs.
By
Natural Hazards Mission Area, Coastal and Marine Hazards and Resources Program, Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center, Supplemental Appropriations for Disaster Recovery Activities
link

Coral Reef Project

Explore the fascinating undersea world of coral reefs. Learn how we map, monitor, and model coral reefs so we can better understand, protect, and preserve our Nation's reefs.
Learn More