Mission
The primary purpose of Alaska Coastal Observations and Research (ACOR) is to provide independent scientific research and monitoring on any aspect of nearshore ocean ecology in coastal Alaska. The research and observations may encompass multiple trophic levels or may address a single species.
ACOR will inform the scientific community and general public about the research findings through publications, outreach, and education. ACOR may, from time to time, promote any lawful purpose as permitted under the Alaska Nonprofit Corporation Act and Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Ocean Science discovery program
All students enrolled in grades 3, 4, and 5 through the Kodiak Island Borough School District and AK Teach are taught a 1/2 day marine education course in ACOR’s Ocean Science Discovery Program. Fieldtrips began in February and finish at the end of April. Third grade students learn about marine food webs, 4th graders learn about sea otters and keystone species, and 5th grade students run a science experiment with sea stars.
Synopsis: Hands-on marine educational programs are essential for children in our island community. We strive to teach appreciation for the marvelous plants and animals that live in Kodiak’s waters. Many local scientists volunteer their time to help teach in this unique program. 
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Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences
Canadian Science Publishing “Editor’s choice” paper for 2022: Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, CJFAS-2021-0224
Title: Post-settlement abundance, condition, and survival in a climate-stressed population of Pacific cod
A recent series of marine heatwaves in the Gulf of Alaska has caused the fishery collapse of the Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus). This study utilizes age-0 abundance, length, and condition data from 15 years of beach seine surveys to gauge the likelihood of population recovery.
The article will be mentioned on the website https://cdnsciencepub.com/do/10.1139/news.2022.06.06/full/
Current Projects
Our current research projects include juvenile cod and pink salmon surveys, zooplankton collections with community volunteers, water temperature monitoring in Kodiak salmon streams, and water quality collections at the port of Kodiak.
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