Pollutants are having devastating effects on ecosystems including the plants, animals and people who depend on them. The Center for Aquatic Chemistry and Environment is a National Science Foundation Center of Research Excellence in Science and Technology that tackles one of the most complex challenges: environmental contamination.
Research Focus Areas
Ongoing Monitoring
We deploy our research buoys around South Florida to detect or investigate hazards such as red tide or the recent fish kills in Biscayne Bay. Data are available for viewing online.
News
Science & TechnologyWhat powers the Everglades? FIU study tracks how algae and plant matter fuel the food web
Jul 8, 2026
Science & TechnologyNew method traps and releases PFAS from drinking water
Apr 14, 2026
Science & TechnologyIt’s literally raining “forever chemicals” in Miami
Nov 4, 2024
Science & TechnologyHow PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ are getting into Miami’s Biscayne Bay, where dolphins, fish and manatees dine
Nov 14, 2023
Business & EntrepreneurshipHow old is my rescued pet? This startup can help
Aug 22, 2023
Campus & CommunityPioneering Panthers are shaping the future
Apr 26, 2023
Events
Upcoming events will be posted here.