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Scientists Explore the Seafloor of Chilean Patagonia to Reconstruct Impacts of Volcanic Eruptions

Examining evidence of past volcanic behavior is the key to improved knowledge of future geohazards in Northern Patagonia and their impacts on marine ecosystems. Video and photos are available here....

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New Seamount and Previously Unknown Species Discovered in High Priority Area for International Marine Protection

Twenty possible new species discovered across ten seamounts, the first ever recording of a rare squid, and thriving deep-sea coral reefs were located during an expedition to international waters of...

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UNIQLO draws inspiration from the Ocean to promote sustainability and awareness

Images are available here. LONDON – Global fashion giant UNIQLO is launching ocean-themed embroidery designs across its RE.UNIQLO Studios to spotlight the ocean through fashion. The ten ocean-influenced designs can...

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Scientists Locate Chilé’s Deepest Known Cold Seeps

Research expedition locates chemical ecosystems supporting life in the deep off the coast of Antofagasta. Video and photos are available here. ANTOFAGASTA, Chile— Scientists on a research expedition onboard Schmidt...

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Five Projects Will Receive Funding to Advance Understanding of Ocean Systems in a Changing Climate

New program at Schmidt Sciences will refine details of ocean carbon cycling and ecosystem resilience Images available for download NEW YORK – Five global science and technology projects have been...

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New Technologies Revise Scientists’ Understanding of the Oxygen Minimum Zone

A new technology detects trace amounts of oxygen in an environment where previously these life-supporting molecules were below the limit of detection. Photos are available here ANTOFAGASTA, Chile – Using...

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“Waves of Change, Fashioning an Ocean Friendly Future” Convenes Fashion Designers, Performers and Musicians to Celebrate the Ocean

The intimate evening celebrated Ocean Rising, a program that interweaves the ocean into culture to create a community of ocean lovers. Images available for download here. Santa Monica, Calif. –...

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Scientists Find Pristine Ecosystems on High-Seas Seamounts

Deep-sea coral reefs, sponge gardens, and the deepest photosynthesizing coral in the world found along the Salas y Gómez Ridge Video and photos are available here ANTOFAGASTA, Chile –  An...

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Find us at the 2024 Ocean Decade Conference

The UN Ocean Decade Conference is a global forum where governments, leaders, maritime sectors, universities, NGOs, the private sector, and civil society will meet and new collaborations will be fostered,...

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Scientists Confirm Underwater Mountains Harbor Abundant Life Off Chile’s Coast

An international team explores vulnerable deep-sea ecosystems and sees more than 100 species never-before observed by scientists. Video and photos available here. VALPARAISO, Chile – An international group of scientists,...

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