The Department of Ocean & Earth Sciences acquires and disseminates knowledge of the earth system, including the relationships among the biological, chemical, geological and physical components of our planet. It is critical that we understand both natural and human-induced processes that change this system so we are prepared to meet present and future challenges.
With curiosity, creativity, scholarship, and respect as cornerstones of our philosophy, we strive to increase scientific knowledge and literacy through excellence in research, education, and service to the Commonwealth of Virginia and society in general.
Explore OES
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Meet Margaret Mulholland, professor in Old Dominion University’s Department of Ocean and Earth Sciences and a 2026 SCHEV Outstanding Faculty Award recipient. Her work advances understanding of harmful algal blooms while engaging students in research that matters to coastal communities.
New Student-led Publications
Congratulations to OES Ph.D. student Huanqing Huang on her recent publication!
