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For Fish, Hovering Is Not Restful
Study finds hovering uses double the energy of resting, contradicting long-standing assumptions
Scripps Student Spotlight: Marissa Saenger
PhD student works to understand climate change and geoengineering effects on human welfare, perceptions and behavior
Diver-Operated Microscope Brings Hidden Coral Biology into Focus
Scripps Oceanography scientists develop cutting-edge microscope to study coral photosynthesis and health
Only a Handful of Fish Species are Warm-Blooded. Why?
Long ago, competition with neighboring whales made warm blood an advantageous trait to tuna and billfishes
Calling All Shark Lovers
Scripps Oceanography’s Brendan Talwar is competing in All the Sharks, a new Netflix series airing July 4
Study Unlocks Soft Corals’ Biomedical Potential
Researchers uncover the genetic blueprint for coral chemicals with anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties
Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2025!
Graduates reflect on their accomplishments throughout their time at Scripps Oceanography and look to the future
Scripps Student Spotlight: Hadley Menk
MAS Climate Science and Policy student researches how remote sensing tools can detect wastewater pollution
Finding Inner Peace Through Global Connection
Scripps alumna Mayela Padilla Manasjan blends environmental advocacy with inner wellness
Underwater Microphones Capture 15 Years of Ocean Change
Marine heatwaves and economic crashes left distinct acoustic signatures
Annual Carbon Dioxide Peak Passes Another Milestone
Monthly Keeling Curve average exceeded 430 parts per million in May
Ocean Science Leaders, Advocates to Push for Action at UN Event
Scripps Oceanography will seek to make ocean protection a larger part of global climate action
Freshwater Fish in U.S. Carry Introduced Human-Infecting Parasites
Fish species frequently caught and eaten by people were found carrying large numbers of invasive parasitic worms
Applications Now Open for Startups Looking to Join StartBlue Ocean Enterprise Accelerator Program
UC San Diego program aimed toward ocean resilience opens application period from June 2 to July 31
Silky Shark Population Study Offers Clues for Conservation
New assessment uncovers population structure of vulnerable silky sharks in the Eastern Pacific
Pollution From the Tijuana River Affects Air Quality in San Diego
A new study finds pollutants from the river are transmitted to the ocean and air
Scripps Student Spotlight: Justin Funa
MAS MBC student and U.S. Air Force veteran maps the distribution of endangered marine species for conservation planning
Past, Present and Future of Oceanography
Symposium held in honor of Scripps Director Margaret Leinen
New Gel Could Boost Coral Reef Restoration
The substance, applied to surfaces as a coating, improved coral larvae settlement by up to 20 times in experiments compared to untreated surfaces
Turning Seismic Science into Action
Scripps alum Diego Melgar channels expertise into helping communities better prepare for earthquakes
Scripps Student Spotlight: Noreen Garcia
PhD candidate explores shifts in the ocean and carbon cycle from climate events
Elephant Tragedy Prompts Scientists to Probe Viral Secrets of Botswana Water Pans
Scripps researchers analyze viruses in water pans to understand potential disease threats while laying the groundwork for future wildlife protection
Engineered Bacterium Could Shield People from Mercury Toxicity
Researchers load common probiotic species with gene sequences from mercury-resistant microbes found in mines
Report Details the Widespread Impacts of Dust on California
From inhalable toxic chemicals to diminished agricultural yield, dust plays a surprisingly large role in state economy
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