Explains the formation of Florida's sinkholes and discusses Florida's sinkhole policies, mapping, and detection.

Invaluable guidance on how scientists can communicate the societal benefits of their work to the public and funding agencies. This will help scientists submit proposals to the US National Science Foundation and other funding agencies with a 'Broader Impacts' section, as well as helping to develop successful wider outreach activities.

The Florida Manatee is an engaging, accessible introduction to manatee biology from two scientists who have been at the forefront of manatee research for over three decades.

"This book is the first to apply the new discipline of evolutionary fire ecology to a particular region: Florida and the southeastern coastal plain."--Publisher's description.

Highlights the work scientists are doing to protect the manatee, an endangered species.

Marine biologist Doc Ford helps his uncle and his uncle's friends fight land developers in Florida and gets involved in an unusual kidnapping.