Changes at the beach

May 16, 2022
A photo of beachgoers with towels and umbrellas laying on the sand; photo by Jumilla
Photo of a beach in Barcelona by Jumilla.

Climate change is affecting beaches—including their microbiology—by impacting temperature, sea level, precipitation and waves. Researchers including SWAC faculty emeritus Mike Sadowsky are looking ahead to make sure that beach goers are protected from both sand and water contaminants. Read the full article in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health