MACHIAS, Maine — For University of Maine at Machias students Reilly Hedden and Matt Nichols, their summer research experience has been defined by hands-on opportunities afforded by the University of Maine at Machias’ small class sizes and engaged professors.  Hedden and Nichols are part of a team conducting lab and field experiments in marine science read more UMaine Machias and Downeast Institute receive University of Maine System grant to support undergraduate research