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Margaret Leinen to Step Down as Vice Chancellor and Scripps Director in 2025
Leinen was appointed as the first female director of Scripps Institution of Oceanography in 2013

Scripps Researchers Address Ocean Paradox With 55 Gallons of Fluorescent Dye
Large-scale ocean circulation requires deep water to rise to the surface, but this upwelling had never been directly observed – until now

Design of World’s First Hydrogen-Hybrid Research Vessel Approved
Scripps Oceanography research vessel will use liquid hydrogen fuel cells to enable zero-emissions operation

Artificial Climate Controls Might Become Ineffective – Because of Climate Change
Cloud brightening cooling strategy stops working in models when natural systems respond to relentless warming

Time to Celebrate the Graduating Class of 2024!
Graduates look back on their time at Scripps Oceanography, sharing where the next wave on their journey will take them

Blue Technology Startups Turn Concept into Reality at UC San Diego
StartBlue accelerator program supports businesses advancing San Diego’s Blue Economy

Study Finds Nitrous Oxide Emissions Grew 40% over 40 Years, Accelerating Climate Change
Study Finds Nitrous Oxide Emissions Grew 40% over 40 Years, Accelerating Climate Change

Joris Gieskes: 1934-2024
Marine chemist with near-60-year affiliation with Scripps remembered as beloved mentor, colleague

Research Signals Milestone in Cutting Gases that Deplete Ozone Layer
Development also a step toward climate change mitigation

Renowned Scripps Scientist Receives Elite Recognition in Oceanography
Dariusz Stramski awarded Nils Gunnar Jerlov Medal

Views from the Forefront of Climate Action
Alumna Kim Cobb is a leader in climate change research and action

David G. Moore: 1925-2024
Marine geologist and expert on seafloor sediments used pioneering methods to study the continental shelf

Study Illuminates Previously Unknown Ocean Mercury Pathway
Team describes source of the heavy metal that poses a danger to human health

Scripps Student Spotlight: Arnel Orig
Former United States Navy diver and current MAS MBC student turns dreams into reality at Scripps

During Year of Extremes, Carbon Dioxide Levels Surge Faster than Ever
Two-year increase in Keeling Curve peak is largest on record

A Scientist’s Life: Clarissa Anderson
Biological oceanographer predicts ocean hazards and creates a more informed public

Scripps Oceanography, UC Santa Barbara Lead $9.5 Million Research Project on Ocean Cycles
Project among five joining Ocean Biogeochemistry Virtual Institute (OBVI)

Using Oceanography To Understand Fronts and Cyclones on Jupiter
Analysis of NASA satellite images of cyclones on Jupiter reveals that the storms are fueled by processes similar to those acting on Earth

NSF-Funded Program Advances Geosciences Opportunities for Community College Students
Semester-long research experience at Scripps Oceanography educates the next generation of scientific leaders


Martian Meteorites Deliver a Trove of Information on Red Planet’s Structure
The nature of Mars’ mantle and crust is revealed in its volcanic rocks

Spreading the Love for Planet Earth
Scripps alumna Rosina Garcia shares passion for planet through her work at California natural history museum

Scripps Student Spotlight: Lena Stasiak
MAS MBC student explores environmental DNA to support sea turtle conservation efforts

UC San Diego-Led Science Teams Selected as Finalists for NASA Science Missions to Understand Our Changing Climate
Each team will receive $5 million to conduct concept studies for new satellites

Levin, Talley Named New National Academy of Science Members
Scripps Oceanography distinguished emerita researchers among five from UC San Diego recently honored
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