Modeling the Central California Coastal Upwelling System: Physics, Ecosystems and Resource Management

To develop a coupled physical-biological model that can utilize available data to accurately simulate physical, chemical and biological processes within the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS). To use the model to better understand the central California coastal upwelling ecosystem. To develop better methods for management and protection of the California coast ecosystem as a valuable natural resource. To better understand the physical and biogeochemical dynamics of the California coastal upwelling system and how it responds to changes in local and large-scale atmospheric forcing, and global change.