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NCCOS scientists are busy preparing toxin sensors for deployment off the coasts of Washington and Maine.

Scientist examines a bag of clear liquid in a laboratory

Harmful algal bloom season is heating up, and NCCOS scientists are busy preparing toxin sensors for deployment off the coasts of Washington and Maine. This effort is in collaboration with partners, who own, manage, and deploy the equipment. Get a glimpse of NCCOS’ unique toxin sensor capability what goes on behind the scenes: https://coastalscience.noaa.gov/news/preparing-critical-components-for-summer-hab-detection-and-monitoring/