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Corals can survive in acidified ocean conditions, but have lower density skeletons
June 26, 2019
A two-year transplantation experiment near a natural low-pH submarine spring evaluated growth and physiological response of different coral species to ocean acidification.
UCSC scientists study rare beaked whale stranded at Scott Creek Beach
June 5, 2019
The Perrin's beaked whale is one of the rarest and least studied marine mammal species in the world.
Alumni Excursion: Sea change, up close and personal
May 30, 2019
A curated trip called "The Effects of Climate Change on Marine Life" offered attendees a detailed look into how UC Santa Cruz researchers are contributing to the discussion of climate change and its direct impact on marine ecosystems.
Anne Kapuscinski receives 2019 Ocean Award for innovation
May 9, 2019
Anne Kapuscinski, professor of environmental studies and director of the Coastal Science and Policy Program, has received a 2019 Ocean Award for innovation from Boat International magazine and the Blue Marine Foundation.
U.S. coral reefs provide flood protection worth $1.8 billion annually
April 30, 2019
New report finds coral reef barriers provide flood protection for more than 18,000 people and $1.8 billion worth of coastal buildings, infrastructure, and economic activity yearly.
Can a drone weigh an elephant seal?
April 23, 2019
Undergrad’s innovative research may lead to new methods of weighing seals, expanding our understanding of the mammals and the oceans
New genus of marine organisms named in honor of ocean scientist Jon Zehr
April 5, 2019
A newly described genus of marine microorganisms has been named in honor of Professor of Ocean Sciences Jonathan Zehr.
Coral study traces excess nitrogen to Maui wastewater treatment facility
April 3, 2019
Nutrient pollution has been blamed for algal blooms and degradation of coral reefs along Maui's west coast.
