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Researchers from UW Bothell\u2019s School of STEM and the UW\u2019s School of Oceanography are testing how existing underwater fiber optic cables can be repurposed to monitor endangered marine mammals, particularly Southern Resident orcas. Led by Dr. Shima Abadi and supported by a $1.5 million grant from Allen Family Philanthropies, the project aims to improve understanding of orca behavior and migration while helping reduce risks from maritime traffic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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