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Scripps Institution of Oceanography is one of the oldest, largest, and most important centers for ocean and earth science research, education, and public service in the world. Research at Scripps Institution of Oceanography encompasses physical, chemical, biological, geological, and geophysical studies of the oceans and earth.

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Scripps Scientists to Develop 'Swarms' of Miniature Robotic Ocean Explorers

Drifters designed to fill in gaps of ocean knowledge, contribute to areas ranging from marine protected areas to harmful algal blooms

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Scripps Oceanography's Jeremy Jackson Receives Highest Paleontology Honor

Prominent marine ecologist recognized for contributions across disciplines

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U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke Breaks Ground on Major San Diego-Area Recovery Act Project

$100 million in Recovery Act dollars to go toward state-of-the-art facility on Scripps Oceanography Campus to create local jobs

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Flight of the Dragons

Flight of the Dragons
Using DNA, Scripps researchers unlock the evolutionary path of Australia's seadragons

Seething History

Seething History
A Scripps team captures gases emitted from Iceland's volcanoes to plumb the island's geologic roots and address hot scientific debates

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