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An Out of This World Conversation with Astronaut Jessica Meir
UC San Diego alumna discussed her journey from 'STEM to Stars' during live Q&A from space
From the Sea to the Stars
Scripps Oceanography alumna Jessica Meir, PhD ‘09, launches to the International Space Station, fulfilling a lifelong dream
Research Highlight: Scientists Find Key Changes in Gray Whale Migration Routes off Southern California
Increasing numbers of gray whales migrating closer to shore could put whales at risk for ship strikes, entanglements, and pollution
Around the Pier: Scripps Succulent Garden Sheds Light on Coral Reefs
Graduates of Scripps Oceanography program develop coral reef-inspired succulent garden on campus to bring science out of labs
A Scientist's Life: Octavio Aburto-Oropeza
Marine ecologist and photographer studies ways to use technology to improve fisheries, considers economic value of flourishing ecosystems
Around the Pier: Fighting for the Ocean
Scripps Oceanography alumna Ayana Elizabeth Johnson returns to campus to discuss her ocean conservation work grounded in social justice
Scripps Alumna and Sally Ride Science Instructor to Embark on Arctic Expedition
Cynthia Matzke, MAS '14, will study climate issues and engage in outreach to build an understanding of environmental changes and Inuit culture
Scripps Alumna Highlight: Q&A with Jesse C. Traller
With a passion for science and degrees from Scripps Oceanography and UC San Diego, alumna Jesse C. Traller ’08, MS ’16, PhD ’17 is tackling the challenge of improving the world using algae as the fuel for change
Scripps Alumnus Highlight: Q&A with Rear Admiral Brian Brown
Rear Admiral Brian Brown, MS ‘87, recently appointed to serve as commander of Naval Information Forces
Women's History Month: Four Scripps Alumnae in STEM Careers
Q&A with four alumnae who are continuing the mission of Scripps Oceanography in their professional endeavors
Forbes 30 Under 30 Honors Four with Ties to UC San Diego
UC San Diego graduate student, professor, and alumni among young talent named by Forbes
NASA Astronaut Jessica Meir Orbits Back to Scripps Campus for a Visit
Scripps alumna delivered keynote address at Blue Tech Week, engaged in roundtable discussion with students, and participated in Facebook Live Q&A during visit
Scripps Alumna Strikes a Balance Between the Technical and the Arts
Loren Shure, PhD ’82, inspires Scripps students during campus visit
A Scientist's Life: Andy Nosal
Marine biologist specializes in behavior and ecology of sharks and rays
From the Porthole: Scripps Student Awarded for Innovative Research on Whale Behavior
Eric Keen receives 2017 Frieman Prize
Meet Andy Nosal, the Scripps Researcher with a Passion for Science Communication—and Sharks
The winner of a prestigious science communicator’s award, Nosal strives to dispel myths about sharks
Scripps/UC San Diego Alumna Nominated to Lead National Academy of Sciences
Marcia McNutt offers a wealth of research and leadership experience to distinguished advisory organization
A Scientist's Life: Dan Cayan
Climate scientist describes the challenge of seeing climate in high definition
A Scientist's Life: Falk Feddersen
Falk Feddersen researches the implications of sea-level rise on our beaches
Scripps Alumni Receive Prestigious Sea Grant Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship
Recent Scripps graduates Emily Trentacoste and Alyson Fleming will spend the next year in Washington, D.C., working on science policy
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