The University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc. (UGA Research Foundation) was awarded a $298,161 Project Grant from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Geosciences Program (CFDA 47.050) to study methane seepage along the U.S. Atlantic margin. The project aims to investigate the biogeochemical and geological processes governing recently discovered methane seeps in 200-1000 meter depths off the northern Atlantic coast. The research will integrate geochemical, microbiological, geophysical, and geological data to characterize the origin, migration, and oxidation of methane at these seep sites. This multi-year, collaborative research project does not include any sub-awards. The findings will contribute to an improved understanding of methane's role in climate dynamics and enhance public awareness of ocean science through outreach activities such as scientific publications, videos, and youth summer camps.
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