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Taking Flight: UC San Diego Shaping Future of Atmospheric River Forecasting
The Atmospheric River Reconnaissance program flies into storms to improve forecasts with the help of AI

StartBlue Accelerator Program Awarded $13.5 Million from NOAA to Expand Support for Ocean-Focused Startups
Program led by UC San Diego evolves into the StartBlue Ocean Enterprise Accelerator to generate economic growth in the blue economy



UC San Diego Receives 10 DURIP Awards from Department of Defense
University tops all institutions in number of awards

Scripps Student Spotlight: Kerstin Bergentz
PhD candidate collects observational data to learn more about ocean dynamics


Reflections from the United Nations Biodiversity COP16
The call to action comes from inside the house

Industrial Pollution Can Increase Snowfall and Reduce Cloud Cover
If widespread, the phenomenon could be boosting global warming by reducing the sunlight that clouds reflect back into space

Scripps-Led Coastal Data Information Program Awarded $40 Million for Cooperative Research
Funding will support advances in wave measurements, improved understanding of coastal changes

Six Solutions against Climate Change: Researchers Launch Call-Action for Rapid Response to Mobilize Solutions
Global team of microbiologists says microbes can be powerful tool to address climate change



Meet UC San Diego Delegates Attending the 2024 UN Climate Conference in Azerbaijan
Students and faculty head to COP29 to participate in international collaboration on climate change

Unhoused People Are Highly Vulnerable to Wildfire Smoke
Findings highlight the need for targeted interventions

Ocean Pavilion Partners Release COP29 Baku Ocean Declaration in Advance of UN Climate Conference
Declaration calls for renewed focus on global ocean observations to support goals of the climate, biodiversity, and desertification efforts worldwide

Study Finds Pattern in DDT Contamination Among Fish off Southern California
The findings could help predict fish toxin levels and inform fish consumption advisories

The Ocean Pavilion Returns to International Climate Conference for a Third Year
Leading science institutions and partners will make the case for greater inclusion of the ocean at COP29

Scripps Oceanography Takes Lead of Southern Ocean Monitoring Program
SOCCOM project to continue detailed study of one of the world’s leading climate change hotspots

Scripps Student Spotlight: Anthony Wilson
PhD candidate studies marine heatwaves to help safeguard communities and ecosystems against climate impacts

The Elusive Origin of Guadalupe Island
Scripps Oceanography researchers and colleagues explore an ancient volcano in the Pacific Ocean

A Scientist’s Life: Dahiana Arcila
Marine biologist and Scripps Oceanography Marine Vertebrate Collection Curator explores the evolution of fishes

UC San Diego Launches New Graduation Requirement, Bolstering Climate Change Education
Rolling out this fall, the Jane Teranes Climate Change Education Requirement honors the memory of beloved professor, climate champion

Scripps Oceanography Welcomes Nine New Faculty and Researchers
Meet the newest faces of the academic community bringing a broad range of expertise to Scripps

Turning Tides from Marine Biologist to Biotech Entrepreneur
Scripps alum Scott Rapoport transforms personal passion into a groundbreaking entrepreneurial endeavor
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