Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping Joint Hydrographic Center

Ocean Discovery Day is Here!

Join us  for a chance to explore the marine science facilities at UNH! Hold a starfish, learn about ocean floor mapping, drive a mini ROV, and so much more.

Friday is Student Day when we are host hundreds of school children, then we open our doors to the public on Saturday. Come and enjoy this free, family-friendly event!

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Larry Mayer Receives National Champion of the Ocean Award

CCOM director Larry Mayer has received the National Champion of the Ocean Award from the Urban Coast Institute (UCI) of New Jersey's Monmouth University where he made remarks at the 2025 Future of the Ocean Symposium. 

Watch Larry's talk here

Come Work with Us!

CCOM/JHC is seeking a Research Administrator I to join our dynamic administrative team in Durham, NH. CCOM's researchers develop cutting-edge technologies, conduct global expeditions, and mentor graduate students in hydrography and ocean sciences. The administrative team plays a vital role in supporting these efforts, working closely with IT, facilities, and university departments to ensure smooth operations. Please share the link with friends and colleagues who may be interested.

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VisLab's Ocean Currents on Cover of Foghorn Magazine

Tom Butkiewicz's and Ilya Atkin's web-based flow visualization for STOFS-3D surface currents was featured on the cover of the September issue of Foghorn magazine and as part of an article on the next generation of marine navigation.

Read the article