National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science, National Ocean Service, NOAA, U.S. Department of Commerce
Data Center Description
The National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) conducts
and supports research, monitoring, assessment, and technical
assistance to people managing coastal ecosystems and society's
use of them. Formed within the National Ocean Service in March
1999, it puts all NOAA's coastal research centers in one
group. Each Center has specific capabilities and research
expertise in important ocean and coastal issues.
Website: http://www.nccos.noaa.gov/
[Summary provided by NOAA]
