Susan Williams

Stand up for science: More researchers now see engagement as a crucial part of their job

As the first anniversary of the March for Science approaches, researchers continue to reflect on the relationship between science and society. A recent survey of 2017 marchers indicated that nearly all were also actively participating in other types of science advocacy. In the past year, inspired by the call to stand up for science, scientists have written editorials, contacted members of Congress, attended public protests, initiated runs for political office, and organized new groups to support diversity, inclusion and justice.

Species richness accelerates marine ecosystem restoration in the Coral Triangle

Coral Triangle is a marine area located in the western Pacific Ocean with exceptional species diversity in coral reefs, seagrass meadows, and mangrove forests. Caring for these at-risk areas is crucial for preserving the numerous ecological functions and benefits these habitats provide. Dr. Susan Williams, Fulbright Specialist and UC Davis professor, has been working on improving seagrass meadow restoration in Indonesia.

Our fish comes with a side order of debris

Roughly a quarter of the fish sampled from fish markets in California and Indonesia contained man-made debris — plastic or fibrous material — in their guts, according to a study from the University of California, Davis, and Hasanuddin University in Indonesia.

By Kat Kerlin for University of California News

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Graduate students collaborate with Indonesian students

Highlights of 2014

CAMEOS Continues Indonesian Collaboration on Marine Debris and Coastal Rehabilitation CAMEOS Fellows Brian Cheng, Sarah Hameed, Dale Trockel and Director Susan Williams continued to work with Indonesian school children and teachers on marine debris issues. A regular sampling program will help determine trends in marine debris over time.