David Hastings Eckerd is a marine geochemist and chemical oceanographer. He landed on the shores of Tampa Bay in 2000 to teach marine science, environmental science, and chemistry at Eckerd College. David Hastings Eckerd started this adventure studying chemistry at Princeton University and received his Ph.D. in chemical oceanography from the University of Washington. His primary research interest is paleoclimatology, understanding the history of past climate changes as revealed in ocean sediments.
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Marine geochemistry is a captivating field that combines principles of chemistry, geology, and biology to study the chemical characteristics and processes of marine systems. This [..]
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Florida’s pristine coastline, teeming with diverse marine life, offers a perfect setting for those passionate about understanding the complex chemistry of the ocean. Aspiring marine [..]
The Earth’s oceans have long captivated human curiosity, offering a world of mystery, beauty, and essential resources. Marine science, a multidisciplinary field, delves into the [..]