Center for Fisheries Research and Development

The Center for Fisheries Research and Development (CFRD) at the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory in Ocean Springs, MS is part of USM’s Coastal Operations.

Our scientists develop and conduct research that informs resource management. We work with state, federal, and community partners to ensure that we understand scientific fishery needs, and focus our research efforts on how we can promote sustainable fisheries and habitats.

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