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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
6 years
A red tide offshore San Diego is bringing a spectacular display of #bioluminescence to beaches at night, as captured in this photo by John H. Moore. Scripps scientist Michael Latz said the red tide is due to massive numbers of dinoflagellates including Lingulodinium polyedra. 🌊
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Dinoflagellates use #bioluminescence as a predator avoidance behavior. When the phytoplankton are agitated by waves or other movement in the water, they emit a dazzling neon blue glow at night. This video by Scripps' Michael Latz shows bioluminescent waves near Scripps Pier! 🌊🏄
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Today Kim Prather ( @kprather88 ) gifted a #CorsiRosenthalBox to the @WhiteHouse , as part of her outreach on the importance of cleaning the air to prevent transmission of SARS-CoV2. Nicknamed “Air Force One,” it was presented to @WHOSTP by Prather and @MarinaC_Dyb of @UConn .
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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It is with great sadness we share that world-renowned oceanographer Walter Munk has passed away at the age of 101. Walter was a daring scientist revered for his drive to solve problems facing our community, the nation and the world.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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A #RedTide has brought #bioluminescence to San Diego beaches. Learn more about the phenomenon here: . Photo by Erik Jepsen/UC San Diego
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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There have been some fishy finds on #SanDiego beaches lately, and these are deep-sea dwellers that rarely see the light of day! Recently, a deceased Pacific footballfish, one of the largest #anglerfish species, washed ashore at Black’s Beach. 📷Shane Drosi
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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A red tide offshore Southern California is bringing a spectacular display of bioluminescence to beaches at night. But what is the science behind this natural light show? Learn everything you wanted to know about red tides here: Photo: Philipp Arndt 🌊✨
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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We have #AtmosphericRivers to thank for all this recent rain! 🌧️ The team from @CW3E_Scripps says we are at 31 atmospheric river events so far this water year (11 weak, 13 moderate, 6 strong, 1 extreme). Here is the map of where and when they all hit. ⬇️
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Rare find‼️ A Pacific #footballfish , one of the largest species of #anglerfish , washed ashore near Encinitas last Friday. Lifeguards notified scientists about the unique #deepsea creature, and Scripps scientist Ben @Frable was able to collect it for research and preservation.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scientists with @NOAAFisheries and Scripps Oceanography got their first live look at what might be a new species of #killerwhale . Called Type D, the whales were previously known only from strandings, fishermen’s stories, and tourist photographs.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Behold the beauty of frost flowers! These delicate ice structures are unique to the surface of newly forming sea ice, forming when moisture in the atmosphere becomes supersaturated due to low temps. Here, Scripps' Jeff Bowman collects frost flowers in the Arctic. 📷Matthias Wietz
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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A network of almost 4,000 scientific floats has enabled sweeping views of large-scale changes in all the world’s oceans. That network, Argo, recently took its 2 millionth measurement, marking a major accomplishment for this groundbreaking project.
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
5 years
Today we are celebrating Dr. Seuss’s 115th birthday, remembering the plea for conservation he put forth in his classic The Lorax, inspired by the rich nature of San Diego. Your clarion call Inspired us all — We have to conserve our Earth Or things won’t get better thenceforth!
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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A hopeful sign amid our changing climate: a decade-long study at Palmyra Atoll revealed that #CoralReefs can recover from the perils of coral bleaching in the absence of local stressors. 🪸 Read more about the Scripps-led study:
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
2 years
C-R air filtration boxes are made from a box fan, MERV-13 filters & duct tape. The low-cost, DIY boxes can filter the air for up to six months. Prather also led the effort to build 250 for @UCSanDiego as part of the university’s #ReturnToLearn initiative:
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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The SCUBA DIVERsity Fellowship program at Scripps is accepting applications for the Fall 2023 cohort.🤿 This program is designed to create a more inclusive and supportive diving community. Meet the first cohort of fellows and learn more in this thread ⤵️
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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World-renowned Scripps oceanographer Walter Munk turns 101 today! 🎉 #Munk101
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Welcome to 2022, everyone! 🎊 At Scripps Oceanography, we’re looking forward to another year pushing the limits on scientific discovery and innovation, while working to ensure that our community remains safe and supported. What are you looking forward to this year? #HappyNewYear
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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The goblin shark is a rare deep sea shark w/a snout covered in sensory organs that sense electrical impulses given off by prey #sharkweek
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Today marks the 60th anniversary of the #KeelingCurve , a daily record of carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere. This record is considered the foundation of modern climate change research.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Holy Mola! 🌞🐟 This ocean #sunfish (Mola mola) was spotted recently off the coast of San Diego by Scripps students & staff onboard R/V Sproul. Weighing up to 5,000 pounds, the mola is the world’s heaviest bony fish. They're often found basking in the sun near the surface. 🌊😎
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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When #HurricaneIan made landfall in SW Florida, @CDIPBuoys measured significant wave heights. The largest individual wave was 52 feet (15.9 meters) at station 226-Pulley Ridge. This exceeded all previous events measured by CDIP along the Gulf Coast of Florida, dating back to 2007
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
3 years
You’ve heard about great whites and leopard sharks, but did you know California has many more species of #sharks and rays? Follow along this week for a virtual dive with some of the exceptional #elasmobranchs you might encounter off the Golden State. 🦈 #SharkFest #SharkWeek
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
4 years
Astronaut @Astro_Jessica captured these stunning photos of San Diego, La Jolla, SoCal, & Baja California from 250 miles above Earth! And today at 11:35 am PST, she'll be answering questions from space about her path from #STEMtoStars .✨ Live stream here:
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
3 years
Say it with us: Women make science better. Today for #InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsinScience we’re celebrating some of the amazing #WomenInSTEM at Scripps. Follow along in this thread to see what these students and researchers are studying.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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All hands on deck! 🛠️ This week, @UCSanDiego 's @kprather88 & volunteers made air filtration boxes out of AC filters & box fans to place indoors on campus—an effort to help stop the spread of #COVID19 & other viruses. This collab involved Scripps, @UCSDPhySci & @ucsdbiosciences .
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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@ChristinaToms @danjlevy Yep! It’s a red tide, a bloom of photosynthetic plankton that put on a stunning show at night. The smell is from them slowly dying. But like you in @SchittsCreek , they’ll shine forever ✨
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
2 years
The “Air Force One” C-R box given to the @WhiteHouse was built by 5th graders from Noah Webster MicroSociety Magnet School in Hartford, CT.
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
5 years
Scientists have discovered that a large iceberg - more than 1000 square miles containing 315 gigatonnes of ice - has separated from East Antarctica’s Amery Ice Shelf. The finding comes from Scripps glaciologist Helen Fricker ( @helenafricker ) and colleagues from @AusAntarctic .
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
4 years
We know there are a lot of kiddos at home, so we'll be sharing some fun educational content over the next few weeks that can keep them – and you! – inspired. Follow along every day for factoids and links to more content. #CreatureFeature
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Did you catch last week's fantastic light show off #LaJolla ? 🌊✨ If not, @erikjep has you covered. Fun fact: The beautiful blue #bioluminescent glow is actually a defense mechanism that some species of phytoplankton emit when agitated.
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
1 year
You've heard of the green room, but have you ever been barreled in the pink room? 🏄🏾 Last week's pink waves at Torrey Pines State Beach were a result of science in action. 🌊 More on the experiment: 🌊 FAQ: 📸: @erikjep
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scripps Pier at sunset this holiday season, photographed by @erikjep . 🌊✨ Happy holidays, everyone!
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
3 years
Shake your tail feathers: We have a new Osprey Cam housed on Scripps Pier! Get an up-close view of our resident #ospreys and their current nesting activities here:
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
5 years
Scientist and @NASA astronaut Jessica Meir ( @Astro_Jessica ) is about to fulfill a lifelong dream to travel to space! The Scripps Oceanography alumna will launch to the Int'l @Space_Station tomorrow (Sept. 25) from Kazakhstan on a Russian Soyuz spacecraft.🚀
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
3 years
California legislators have allocated @UCSanDiego $35 million to design & build a new coastal research vessel with a first-of-its-kind hydrogen-hybrid propulsion system. Operated by Scripps, the new vessel will be vital to research & education. Read more:
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Yesterday, Scripps researchers logged the warmest sea-surface temperature at Scripps Pier since records began in August 1916. The record temp—78.6 ℉—is the highest in 102 years of measurements. Data is maintained by the @shoresta100 program at Scripps.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
2 years
Artist @tanyayoungart shows us her interpretation of a #WhaleFall in this painting for Scripps' Greg Rouse. 🐋 A whale fall occurs when a whale dies at sea & its carcass sinks to the ocean floor, where it provides food for a #DeepSea ecosystem. Learn more:
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Seismologists at Scripps created this plot of the #RidgecrestEarthquake sequences and magnitudes over time. There have been more than 2,400 aftershocks to date.
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Congratulations to Scripps atmospheric chemist @kprather88 for receiving the 2023 @NESACS Gustavus John Esselen Award for Chemistry in the Public Interest! 🏆 She was recognized for her research on understanding air pollution, aerosol sources, and more.
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
4 years
Today, Scripps’ R/V Roger Revelle returned to San Diego looking shiny and new! The research vessel has been away for the past year undergoing a mid-life refit. This work brings the ship up-to-date with advances in marine engineering, extending its service life by 15-20 years.⚓️
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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It's #NationalDolphinDay , so if a surfing cetacean steals your wave, respect the locals. 🐬 The pod of bottlenose dolphins seen here (with sea lion sidekicks) is often spotted cruising right off Scripps' campus. 📽️: Trystan Snodgrass
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
4 years
A rare sight in San Diego: completely empty beaches. We know it's hard for people to stay away from this mainstay of the city, but we applaud everyone for adhering to the #coronavirus stay-at-home order. With collective action, we'll get through this. 💙
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
3 years
Pelicans are artists at what scientists call “wave-slope soaring.” For the first time, scientists at Scripps Oceanography & @UCSDJacobs describe how pelicans offset the energy they expend in flight by exploiting wind updrafts generated by waves. Read more:
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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For #InternationalWomensDay , we honor Ellen Browning Scripps, who co-founded Scripps in 1903. She was a journalist, philanthropist, and advocate for women’s education. #PressforProgress
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
3 years
A Scripps scientist has discovered a tiny new species of fish the size of an Aspirin pill—and they named it after the COVID-19 pandemic. Dubbed the "Pandemic Blenny," the fish was described in a recent study by ichthyologist Phil Hastings. 🐟 Via @Newsweek
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
3 years
A spectacular #DoubleRainbow over Scripps Pier following the recent storm. 🌈 😍 🌈 Photo by Erik Jepsen/ @UCSanDiego
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Pioneering marine biologist Eugenie Clark has been honored with a Forever stamp by @USPS . 🎉 Known as the "Shark Lady," Clark spent her career working to change public perception about sharks, and to preserve marine environments. #EugenieClarkStamp 🦈
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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The Scripps community wishes a very happy 100th birthday to legendary oceanographer Walter Munk! #Munk100
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
4 years
Of course coral reefs come to mind when thinking about marine #biodiversity , but what about their cold water counterparts? For #BiodiversityDay , let's take a look at the incredible life in kelp forests, found in temperate seas across the globe, including right off California.
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
5 years
Happy sciencing! #FunFriday
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Thank you for everything, FLIP. ❤️ Last week, the Floating Instrument Platform (FLIP) was towed to a dismantling and recycling facility after more than 50 years of advancing society’s understanding of ocean currents, ocean acoustics, air-sea interactions, marine mammals & more.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Members of the Scripps and surfing community paddled out at Scripps Pier last weekend to celebrate #InternationalSurfingDay . Led by @wsl , @Surfrider and Scripps student Emi Koch, the event raised awareness about ways people can #StopTrashingWaves and help protect the ocean. 🌊
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Rainbow over Scripps Pier. Photo captured this morning by Erik Jepsen 🌈
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Deep in the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula, an ancient mangrove forest flourishes in fresh water more than 124 miles from the ocean. How is this possible? Scripps' @octavioaburto and a team of researchers examine this unique ecosystem in a new study:
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
4 years
How many people can say they’ve taken a selfie while floating in space? Tune in tomorrow at 11:35 am PST as we chat to the extraordinary @Astro_Jessica about her journey from #STEMtoStars . The astronaut & Scripps alum will be answering Qs live from space!
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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It’s a fact: Science is made stronger thanks to women. 🙌 Today we’re celebrating the #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience , a @UN -designated day to honor the contributions of women and girls in science + tech. Follow along as we feature some stellar #WomenInSTEM at Scripps!
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Happy 99th birthday to Walter Munk, a legendary oceanographer with a 77-year career at Scripps. HBD Walter, and cheers to many more!
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Earlier this week, @kprather88 also presented at #CHSIAQ2022 , a conference focused on the national strategy for improving indoor air quality. The distinguished atmospheric chemist presented on the importance of cleaning the air in schools with filtration.
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
5 years
Pioneering Scripps scientist @LlevinAnn has been selected to receive the Prince Albert I Grand Medal for science! This is the highest international distinction dedicated to ocean sciences by @OceanoMonaco . She'll attend the #OceanoAwards ceremony Nov. 7.🎖️
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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After surveying 36,000 acres of seafloor off the coast of Los Angeles in an area reported to have been a chemical dumping ground, Scripps researchers have identified over 27,000 possible barrels, and 100,000 total debris objects on the seafloor. Read more:
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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A new program at Scripps Oceanography supports #diversity in scientific diving, and aims to make the diving community a more inclusive space. 🤿 Launching in Fall 2022, the DIVERsity Fellowship Program is now accepting applications until June 3. Read more:
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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New research led by Scripps atmospheric chemist @kprather88 & recent PhD grad Matthew Pendergraft confirmed coastal water pollution transfers to the atmosphere in sea spray aerosol, which could potentially reach people beyond just beachgoers and swimmers.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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This #WorldOceansDay , we’re exploring why a healthy big blue is important for the planet and people with a Twitter quiz. Using the polls feature, test your knowledge, hopefully learn something new, and stay tuned later for the answers! 🌊
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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And just like that, the sun sets on the winter season. 🌅 We hope the spring brings you opportunities to grow wherever you're planted. 🌸 📸: Jeffrey Ginogino
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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A large congregation of leopard #sharks has been spotted off #LaJolla recently, which is unusual for November. Scripps scientist @AndrewNosal said it's likely due to the recent Santa Ana winds that made for warm and calm water along the coast.📽️by Andrew Nosal #WildlifeWednesday
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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The way icebergs melt is critically important for the global climate. Our latest Wavelengths video featuring @maaahge & alum @TinyBeaker takes a closer look at this #climatechange question, with a cool at-home iceberg experiment anyone can try. Full video:
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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The Scripps CO2 Program has been measuring atmospheric carbon dioxide since the 1950s, showing the staggering rise of CO2 levels with the iconic @Keeling_curve . Learn more about this program and other valuable #ClimateChange resources at @mashable .
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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It's #BlackinMarineScienceWeek ! We'll be highlighting some of the Black marine scientists at Scripps and in the scientific community. Today, join Scripps alum @ayanaeliza & @curly_scientist for an Instagram live at 2 pm PT when they discuss "What does Marine Science mean to you?"
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Twice a year, the sun aligns perfectly between the pilings of Scripps Pier for a sunset known as "Scrippshenge."🌅The event occurs in August & May, though it's not always visible due to clouds & marine layer. Luckily, the sun peeked through last Friday! 📸Erik Jepsen/ @UCSanDiego
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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For Scripps, #SharkWeek is an opportunity to shed some light on the misunderstood predators that keep our oceans healthy. Follow along this week as we spotlight some of our #shark scientists and the fascinating species they study. 🦈 (Video of tope sharks by Trystan Snodgrass)
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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. @kprather88 , director of @CAICECCI , takes us on a tour of the Scripps Ocean-Atmosphere Research Simulator. Learn how this unique Scripps instrument is revolutionizing aerosol, ecological and climate research. ⬇️ #TechTuesday More about SOARS: #NSFstories
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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An all-female science team led a historic research cruise aboard @RVSallyRide this July. The team, incl. Scripps scientists, continued measurements for the 71-yr-old @calcofi marine survey. Learn about the milestone expedition via @sdut @Deborahsbrennan 🔱
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Today on #WorldMangroveDay , we're appreciating these salt-tolerant trees that live where the ocean meets the coast. 🌊🌳 Mangroves provide essential habitat for thousands of species. They also stabilize shorelines, and play an essential role as carbon sinks. 📷 @octavioaburto
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Since the outbreak of the coronavirus, Scripps' @kprather88 has dedicated herself to understanding the airborne spread of the virus. Read about the work she & other aerosol scientists have been doing to clear the air about COVID transmission. Via @AGU_Eos
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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You've probably heard of Stonehenge, but what about Scrippshenge? Twice a year, the setting sun aligns perfectly between the pilings of #ScrippsPier , usually in May and August. 🌅 @UCSanDiego photographer Erik Jepsen captured this stunning #Scrippshenge image last night.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Congrats to Scripps Distinguished Prof. Kimberly Prather ( @kprather88 ), who has been elected to the @AmPhilSociety ! 🎉 The society was founded by Ben Franklin in 1743 to promote the study of science and the humanities. Read more about this honor via @sdut
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Biologists have discovered hundreds of fish living deep in the Gulf of California where there is virtually no oxygen. The study was led by Scripps postdoc and @UCSDalumni Natalya Gallo. "I could hardly believe my eyes," she wrote on @MBARI_News ' blog. 🐟
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Researchers using sophisticated tech found masses of warm Pacific Ocean water dubbed ‘heat bombs’ that enter the Arctic Ocean. These eddies, with microorganisms in tow, can linger for months, accelerating the melt of Arctic sea ice. Read more:
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Thank you to @sdut cartoonist Steve Breen for the beautiful tribute to Walter Munk.
@sdutOpinion
San Diego Union-Tribune Opinion
5 years
R.I.P. Walter Munk. Oceanographer, geophysicist, genius.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Today we're celebrating the birthday of the late Sally Ride: trailblazing astronaut, physicist, @UCSanDiego educator, and namesake of our ship @RVSallyRide ! 🎉 Ride's legacy lives on through @SallyRideSci , a #STEM -focused education program that she co-founded to inspire youth.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Congrats to Scripps geochemist @SarahAarons , recipient of @geosociety 's 2021 Doris Curtis Outstanding Woman in Science Award! 🏆 This award recognizes women who have impacted the field of #geosciences in a major way based on their PhD research. Learn more:
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Hundreds of bat rays have been schooling around the Scripps pier. The warmer water temp. in the shallows attracts them. While the round stingray is responsible for most stings in SoCal, it's still best to do the stingray shuffle and scuffle your feet to avoid stepping on them.
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
2 years
Dive operators, you have a chance to help Scripps researchers! To understand how much the #diving industry generates worldwide, scientists have designed a survey for diving business, big and small. You can find the survey here:
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Rainbows 🤝 Scripps Pier Another beautiful #rainbow and #ScrippsPier collaboration results in an absolutely stunning #sunrise . 📸: @UCSanDiego / @erikjep
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
3 years
We're still buzzing over Monday night's storm in #SanDiego , captured in this striking image from Vishwas Lokesh. ⚡ Scripps atmospheric scientist Jose Martinez-Claros ( @doctorclaros ) said prolonged droughts can result in extreme weather events with powerful #lighting strikes.
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
2 years
Electric blue #bioluminescent waves continue to crash around San Diego beaches, courtesy of an offshore red tide. @UCSanDiego photographer @erikjep captured these epic images last night, so you may still be able to catch a glimpse tonight (although visibility isn't guaranteed).
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Scrippshenge, a twice-a-year event where the setting sun aligns perfectly between the pilings of #ScrippsPier , touched down last night. 🌅 @UCSanDiego photographer @erikjep was on the scene and captured these stunning #Scrippshenge sunset shots. 📸
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
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Read about how Scripps alumna @ayanaeliza helped build an inclusive climate movement while in isolation, including publishing a book called "All We Can Save," a collection of essays by women climate leaders. Profile via @VICE
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Scripps Institution of Oceanography
4 years
Scripps Institution of Oceanography condemns racism, racist acts, the systemic forces that allow and foster them, and the inequalities with which our country still struggles. Black lives matter, and we stand in support and solidarity with our Black community.
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
2 years
Guess what’s back in town? 🌊✨ @UCSanDiego photographer @erikjep captured some stunning images of the #bioluminescent tide near Scripps Pier last night. The image here features a “star trail,” a long exposure photograph that shows the movement of stars in the night sky. 💫
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
2 years
A team of scientists led by Scripps has discovered hundreds of molecules that are made by important members of the coral reef community. The molecules comprise the “smell” or “taste” of coral reefs, providing insights into a dynamic ecosystem.🐠 Read more:
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
1 year
These pink waves off the coast of Torrey Pines Natural Reserve are part of a study led by Scripps researchers exploring the physics of coastal dynamics. The fieldwork part of the study wraps up on Feb. 2. Learn more about the research ⬇️ 🌊 @UCSanDiego
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
6 years
Another day, another record. Sea-surface temperatures at Scripps Pier reached 78.8 °F today, breaking Wednesday’s reading of 78.6 °F as the highest ever recorded in more than a century of data collection. @shoresta100
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
2 years
@Frable @UCSanDiego @UofCalifornia This footballfish is a mature female, measuring nearly 13 inches in length and weighing 5.5 pounds. 🏈🐡 Only 31 known specimens of this deep-sea species have been collected worldwide!
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
5 years
Researchers fleeing the Scripps research platform FLIP captured this photo of their assailant: an unnamed species of massive squid. Positioned in the remote Pacific, the researchers were studying deep-sea ecology when their radars picked up a giant mass rapidly approaching FLIP.
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
8 months
From Imperial Beach, CA to Nome, AK to islands across Hawaii, Scripps Oceanography scientists have spent the summer engaged in important research to understand our planet. Dive in to see what a few students have been up to this summer. ⬇️
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
2 years
One last look at the dazzling holiday lights on Scripps Pier as we ease into the new year. ✨ Photo by Parker in the Water Photography 📸🌊
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@Scripps_Ocean
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
4 years
California is experiencing a #redtide , and you can see the full extant of it in the map below. The red line hugging the coast is the red tide, an area defined by the highest chlorophyll levels. Notice the dark stretches along Southern California.
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