“This Assignment is as important to our nation as it is for the town of Camden and the Adventure Aquarium and the Academy,” said Monica Medina, Deputy Premier Under Secretary of Commerce for oceans and atmosphere of subordinates. “By increasing public awareness of coastal issues through education and outreach, Adventure Aquarium and the New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences played an important role in raising public awareness. We hope that the young visitors today scientists of tomorrow. “
By becoming a coastal ecosystem Learning Center, the Aquarium and the Academy will get access to scientific resources of 16 federal agencies that will offer items such as ships of the time, expertise, technical exhibitions, and educational materials, as well as the opportunity to collaborate on research projects. The arrangement also provides access to government agencies for millions of visitors each year.