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Scientific research is an important function of the Bay Commission. Over the years, our organization has conducted or sponsored significant research that has advanced our knowledge of environmental conditions within the Bay and influenced the adoption of new management policies, strategies, and actions. Several of these studies have resulted in scientific breakthroughs with significant local, statewide and, in some cases, nationwide implications.
The following section highlights key accomplishments of the scientific research efforts. Many of the study reports can be downloaded from our Library.
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Aerial deposition study
SUMMARY
1999. An assessment of total annual load of airborne toxic contaminants to Santa Monica Bay. The study found that aerial deposition is a significant contributor to the overall pollutant load in the Bay.
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Evaluation of effectiveness of storm water pollution reduction devices
SUMMARY
1997. Demonstrated the effectiveness of several storm water pollution devices in reducing pollutant loads to Santa Monica Bay.
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Risk assessment of septic systems in lower Malibu Creek watershed
SUMMARY
2001- current Characterizes vulnerability of Malibu Creek and Lagoon and Surfrider Beach to contamination from on-site septic systems in the Malibu Civic Center.
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Inventory, mapping, and assessment of the conditions of the Bay's marine habitats
SUMMARY
1999-current. A series of research projects to inventory, map and assess the condition of various habitats and species within the Bay:
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A health effects study of swimmers
PURPOSE
SUMMARY
1995. The first large-scale epidemiologic study in the nation to investigate and provide a linkage between increased illnesses in swimmers and surfers and proximity to areas with contaminated runoff.
Download pdf - Executive Summary only - for a full version of the report, please contact Joel Hanson.
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Pathogens and indicators in storm drains
PURPOSE
SUMMARY
A series of studies conducted between 1990 and 1994 that, for the first time, linked pathogens found in storm drains and Malibu Lagoon to human sources.
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Pollutant loading, sources, and impacts from storm water/urban runoff
PURPOSE
SUMMARY
A series of studies conducted between 1990 and 1995. These studies estimated pollutant loads from storm water runoff to the Bay, demonstrated the impacts of land use practices on pollutant loading, and identified the toxic effects of storm water runoff on marine organisms.
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Wetland inventory and assessment of restoration potential
PURPOSE
SUMMARY
1993. Inventoried and assessed the status of the Bay’s wetlands and identified potential restoration opportunities.
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Health risks associated with consuming DDT and PCB-contaminated sportfish
PURPOSE
SUMMARY
1990, 1991. Two studies to determine seafood consumption patterns of recreational anglers in Santa Monica Bay and assess the risks of consuming sportfish caught within the Bay.
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