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Scripps Student Spotlight: Michelle Guraieb
Master’s student researches marine invertebrates in hopes of influencing policy and enhancing protection of the natural world
Meet the New Faculty and Researchers at Scripps Oceanography
Thirteen new members of the academic community have joined Scripps recently, including several starting this fall
New Installment of Science Show Launches
“Wavelengths” video series gives inside look at people and science at Scripps Oceanography
Scripps Student Spotlight: Julia Chavarry
Biological oceanography PhD student researches the ecological role of gelatinous zooplankton in marine food webs
Studying O2 and CO2 to the Ends of the Earth
Scripps alum Tim Lueker works to study and measure carbon dioxide and oxygen in the atmosphere
A Scientist's Life: Alice Gabriel
Seismologist uses supercomputing to break down complexity of earthquakes
Scripps Student Spotlight: Rebecca Gjini
Geophysics PhD student researches stratocumulus cloud behavior through predator-prey dynamics
SURF Program 2023: Student Profiles
SURF program at Scripps provides students from across the country with opportunities to conduct research in earth, ocean and atmospheric sciences
A Scientist's Life: Colleen Petrik
Biological oceanographer seeks to help society understand marine-life safe limits of fishing, greenhouse gas emissions
Cheers to Scripps Oceanography’s Class of 2023
An impressive group of graduates reflect on their experience at UC San Diego and discuss what’s next
Scripps Student Spotlight: Margaret Morris
Geophysics PhD candidate researches how to locate submerged archaeological materials using marine acoustics
A Scientist’s Life: Wenyuan Fan
Seismologist seeks to understand why some earthquakes are more predictable than the others
Scripps Student Spotlight: Orion McCarthy
Marine biology PhD student studies how coral reefs in Maui are changing over time in response to climate change
Scripps-Led Fellowship Program Promotes Equal Access for Students Interested in Scientific Diving
Fellows of the first SCUBA DIVERsity program cohort share their experiences; Fall 2023 applications open May 30
From the Ocean to the Happiest Place on Earth
MAS Marine Biodiversity and Conservation alum uses her expertise and knowledge to help the Walt Disney Company achieve its sustainability targets
Scripps Student Spotlight: Pascal Polonik
Graduate student researches human-environment interactions and how atmospheric particulates impact climate and health
Scripps Student Spotlight: Denise Alcantara
Journalist and current MAS Marine Biodiversity and Conservation student works to improve coral reef policy in the Philippines
A Scientist's Life: Adrian Borsa
Geophysicist measures the bending of the earth to better understand where water is and where it's flowing
A Grassroots Composting Success
UC San Diego students work to transform waste diversion from a distant goal to reality
Scripps Student Spotlight: Hugo Mkhize
Master of Advanced Studies in Climate Science and Policy student focuses research on reinvestment in clean and sustainable energy innovation
John McGowan: 1924-2023
Renowned biological oceanographer and World War II veteran drew link between ocean ecology and climate change
“Bizarre” Yoda Acorn Worm Makes Top 10 Marine Species List
Scripps Oceanography scientists officially described the deep-sea worm in 2022; now it’s among the top 10 new species acknowledged by the World Register of Marine Species
Scripps Student Spotlight: Eesha Rangani
Marine biology master’s student studying invertebrates, involving the systematics of deep-sea Nereidid worms
Celebrating Women Leaders at Scripps Oceanography
Scripps recognizes inspiring women trailblazers in honor of Women’s History Month 2023
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