With a mission to support science with management applications, CSCOR
promotes activities to help bridge the knowledge gap between science
and the public. Scientific information produced by CSCOR sponsorship
often vies for public attention. CSCOR seeks to present the findings
its sponsored research in a manner that promotes linkages between scientists,
managers and the public and increases access to and understanding of
NOAA sciences. CSCOR/COP works with the NOAA Office of Public and Constituent
Affairs to promote CSCOR services and products and benefits to
the nation.
In addition CSCOR is dedicated to the NOAA goal to add significantly
to the number of students that choose education and careers supportive
of NOAA’s mission with a particular focus on under represented
groups. In this regard CSCOR proudly sponsors educational and career
development programs that support activities designed to facilitate
and/or enhance the development of qualified professionals in the fields
of coastal ocean science, management, and policy. CSCOR performs
this work in partnership with the NOAA Office of Education and the
NOAA Education Council in regards to educational and career building
activities in the earth sciences. These efforts help support NOAA goals
and objectives to increase environmental literacy outreach and education,
a cross-cutting priority with NOAA.
Current Programs