A combination of human-induced climate change and natural climate variability can explain an anomaly in ocean temperatures that has puzzled scientists in recent years, according to new Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS)-led research.
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Heriot-Watt Leads International Research Identifying New Tsunami Risk in Indonesia
A team of scientists led by Heriot-Watt University has identified a potential new tsunami risk in Indonesia by mapping below the seabed of the Makassar Strait.
Galveston’s Sea Life Facility: Salty Marine Creatures And Interesting Work
Manager Katie St. Clair runs the on-campus center that features unique sea critters for visitors and important research for students and faculty.
RIT Scientists Develop First 3D Mass Estimate of Microplastic Pollution in Lake Erie
Study shows different types of plastics accumulating in different portions of the lake.
Oxford Announces Historic Commitment to Fossil Fuel Divestment
As well as divesting its endowment from fossil fuel companies, the University has also asked its endowment office, Oxford University Endowment Management (OUem) to engage with fund managers to request evidence of net zero carbon business plans across their portfolios.
Dramatic Decrease in Cold-Water Plankton During Industrial Era
There has been a dramatic decrease in cold-water plankton during the 20th century, in contrast to thousands of years of stability, according to a new UCL-led study.