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Seek, understand, and integrate offshore wind energy by conducting R&D through ecosystem science and ocean-based activities and testing. Provide depth of expertise, breadth of science-based information, and flexibility for responding to emerging and long-term research questions that will aid in understanding the impacts of offshore wind energy on the marine ecosystem, enhanced ocean planning, and management.