Gray whales (IMAGE) Oregon State University Caption Oregon State University researchers are studying gray whales along the Oregon Coast. Images and data collected under NOAA/NMFS permit #21678. Credit Oregon State University Marine Mammal Institute Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.