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fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Researchers catch a colossal squid on camera for the first time in the deep sea

The first footage of a juvenile colossal squid has been recorded at a depth of 1,968 feet in the South Atlantic Ocean.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Scientists identify tipping point' that caused clumps of toxic Florida seaweed

Vertical mixing in the ocean is the primary cause of toxic sargassum blooms, not merely river runoff.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Photography

The big picture: Wolfgang Tillmans's tender image of two boys off the coast of Denmark

Rachel Carson's essay highlights the paradoxical beauty of the ocean, a theme echoed in contemporary marine art.
fromBig Think
7 months ago
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Why Earth's oceans aren't all equally salty

Salinity levels in Earth's oceans vary significantly due to evaporation and freshwater input, impacting marine ecosystems and water availability.
fromSacramento Bee
5 months ago
OMG science

Rarely seen deep-sea creature washes up in CA for second time in months, experts say

The recent sightings of oarfish in Southern California prompt researchers to investigate environmental changes and their significance in deep-sea biology.
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fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Researchers catch a colossal squid on camera for the first time in the deep sea

The first footage of a juvenile colossal squid has been recorded at a depth of 1,968 feet in the South Atlantic Ocean.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Scientists identify tipping point' that caused clumps of toxic Florida seaweed

Vertical mixing in the ocean is the primary cause of toxic sargassum blooms, not merely river runoff.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Photography

The big picture: Wolfgang Tillmans's tender image of two boys off the coast of Denmark

Rachel Carson's essay highlights the paradoxical beauty of the ocean, a theme echoed in contemporary marine art.
fromBig Think
7 months ago
OMG science

Why Earth's oceans aren't all equally salty

Salinity levels in Earth's oceans vary significantly due to evaporation and freshwater input, impacting marine ecosystems and water availability.
fromSacramento Bee
5 months ago
OMG science

Rarely seen deep-sea creature washes up in CA for second time in months, experts say

The recent sightings of oarfish in Southern California prompt researchers to investigate environmental changes and their significance in deep-sea biology.
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#climate-change
fromTheregister
1 week ago
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NASA satellite shows small ocean swirls may affect climate

SWOT satellite significantly enhances our understanding of small-scale ocean dynamics and their impact on Earth's climate.
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago
US news

The world's largest iceberg is stuck twirling in an ocean vortex

Iceberg A23a, equivalent to the size of Rhode Island, is spinning in circles near the South Orkney Islands due to a Taylor Column ocean vortex phenomenon.
OMG science
fromTheregister
1 week ago

NASA satellite shows small ocean swirls may affect climate

SWOT satellite significantly enhances our understanding of small-scale ocean dynamics and their impact on Earth's climate.
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago
US news

The world's largest iceberg is stuck twirling in an ocean vortex

Iceberg A23a, equivalent to the size of Rhode Island, is spinning in circles near the South Orkney Islands due to a Taylor Column ocean vortex phenomenon.
more#climate-change
#mediterranean-sea
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fromMail Online
1 month ago

Plastic bags and cans found at deepest point in Mediterranean Sea

The Mediterranean Sea is heavily polluted, with significant marine litter discovered at extreme depths, indicating a severe environmental issue.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Underwater Argonauts! The deep-sea scientists logging Med pollution in pictures

Scientists on the Argonauts project aim to raise awareness about Mediterranean plastic pollution and promote solutions.
Europe news
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Plastic bags and cans found at deepest point in Mediterranean Sea

The Mediterranean Sea is heavily polluted, with significant marine litter discovered at extreme depths, indicating a severe environmental issue.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Underwater Argonauts! The deep-sea scientists logging Med pollution in pictures

Scientists on the Argonauts project aim to raise awareness about Mediterranean plastic pollution and promote solutions.
more#mediterranean-sea
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago
Remote teams

French oceanographers clock up 23 years on Atempo backup software | Computer Weekly

Atempo software has effectively supported Ifremer's oceanographic research and data accessibility for 23 years.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Fluorescent-colored sand could show effects of ocean currents on California's eroding beaches

Fluorescent sand tracking can reveal complex coastal erosion patterns, aiding in effective sediment management strategies.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

What to Do When There's a Tsunami Warning

Most tsunamis are triggered by earthquakes displacing water, creating large waves that can travel vast distances and cause destruction.
Miscellaneous
fromMail Online
5 months ago

Navy Admiral to testify to Congress about UFOs tailing US nuclear subs

Rear Adm. Gallaudet will testify about the risks of UFOs interacting with military vessels, emphasizing the need for further research and understanding.
OMG science
fromHarvard Gazette
6 months ago

What happened when giant S2 meteor hit Earth 3 billion years ago?- Harvard Gazette

The S2 meteorite impact significantly influenced the evolution of early life and reshaped Earth's geological landscape.
#bioluminescence
fromSacramento Bee
6 months ago
California

Dolphins frolic in glowing blue tides off California coast, video shows. See it

Dolphins create stunning visuals playing in bioluminescent tides off California, highlighting the beauty and complexity of ocean ecosystems.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Video: Dolphins bound about amid bioluminescence off California coast

Bioluminescent red tides near San Diego showcase ecological interactions and the beauty of marine life through the stunning footage of dolphins captured on October 17.
fromSacramento Bee
6 months ago
California

Dolphins frolic in glowing blue tides off California coast, video shows. See it

Dolphins create stunning visuals playing in bioluminescent tides off California, highlighting the beauty and complexity of ocean ecosystems.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Video: Dolphins bound about amid bioluminescence off California coast

Bioluminescent red tides near San Diego showcase ecological interactions and the beauty of marine life through the stunning footage of dolphins captured on October 17.
more#bioluminescence
fromState of the Planet
7 months ago
OMG science

Seismic Imaging Aboard the R/V Marcus G. Langseth

Research vessels like the R/V Marcus G. Langseth play a crucial role in oceanographic studies using advanced technology for seismic imaging beneath the seafloor.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

I no longer have to save the world': Novelist Richard Powers on fiction and the climate crisis

Powers' childhood gift of a coral reef book ignited his lifelong passion for nature and shaped his literary themes.
"Playground" highlights the interconnectedness of environmental issues through a focus on ocean life.
fromNature
7 months ago
OMG science

Author Correction: Possible shift in controls of the tropical Pacific surface warming pattern - Nature

Interdisciplinary collaboration among renowned scientists enhances global climate understanding.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
8 months ago

Oceanographers find underwater mountain bigger than Mount Olympus, discover new species

A new underwater mountain has been discovered off the coast of Chile, rich in marine biodiversity and towering over many known mountains.
fromHackernoon
8 months ago
OMG science

How the Moon Impacts Subsea Communication Cables: Latency Variations on Transpacific Cable | HackerNoon

The study investigates latency variations on a transpacific cable affected by tidal changes, demonstrating the influence of water elevation on cable performance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago
OMG science

Strange and wondrous creatures: plankton and the origins of life on Earth

Plankton are essential for Earth's ecosystems and play a vital role in aquatic environments.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

After Breaking Free, World's Largest Iceberg Is Stuck Spinning in Circles

The world's largest iceberg, A23a, has finally become loose in 2020 after being stuck in the Antarctic for over 30 years.
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fromNature
9 months ago

First map of an ice shelf's bottom reveals mysterious melt patterns

High-resolution images of teardrop shapes on the underside of an Antarctic ice shelf could refine sea-level rise projections.
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