The Lab is committed to advancing knowledge at the intersection of science, policy, and practice. This page features a collection of our peer-reviewed journal articles, technical reports, student dissertations, and other scholarly outputs such as commissioned reports.

These publications reflect the collaborative efforts of our team and partners, and span a range of topics related to coastal resilience, climate adaptation, and nature-based approaches. We aim to share findings that inform evidence-based decision-making and contribute to both academic understanding and real-world impact.

Greening the Blue Line

Evaluating the Potential of Nature-Based Solutions to Protect Critical Transportation Infrastructure and Uplift Communities Along the Blue Line in East Boston

Report by: A Better City, Civic Space Collaborative, and Weston & Sampson

From Analysis to Action

Strategies for Promoting Climate Justice When Implementing Nature-based Solutions to Coastal Risk

Report by: The Center for Economic Development and Sustainability at Salem State University and Industrial
Economics (IEc)

Recreational Co-benefits Associated with Shoreline Protection Design

Report by: Robert Griffin, PhD, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth School for Marine Science and Technology

Opportunities and Limitations of Nature-based Strategies for Transformative Adaptation

An Examination of Stakeholder Values and Social Contracts in Boston

Dissertation by: Jessica Lillquist, PhD, University of Massachusetts Boston