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5 Years After Deepwater Horizon

AGU via YouTube

Overview

This course provides new information on the effects of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill on coastal marshes, specifically in coastal Louisiana. The learning outcomes include understanding the response of salt marshes to the spill, effects on different marsh species, and the behavior of oil in these areas. The course teaches skills such as tracking oil spills, collecting samples, and analyzing background levels. The teaching method involves expert presentations and discussions. The intended audience includes scientists, researchers, and individuals interested in environmental science and oil spill impacts.

Syllabus

Introduction
Whats happening with oil spills
March of the coast
Oil on the coast
Oil on shore
Oil in the subsurface
Collecting samples
Background levels
Insects
Hurricane Isaac
Ants
Paula Lopez Arthur
Emily Y Le
Dr Paul G Smith

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AGU

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