Proposed research topics

Finalized team formation and focus topic for investigation

Paired with a faculty mentor

Performed literature review and outlined research proposal

Apply for grants and seek funding

Develop a team budget

Choose recording sites around the Chesapeake Bay and get necessary approvals 

Submit proposal to UMD Library Awards

Explore methodologies and begin conducting original research 

Begin outining thesis

Continue conducing original research 

Present research at the Do Good Showcase

Present research at Undergraduate Research Day 

Train our first computer models and test prediction capabilities 

Complete research/analysis

Defend our thesis to faculty panel

Submit and public final thesis

Share findings with community partners such as NOAA and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation

Attend Gemstone Citation Ceremony