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The Census of Marine Life: Photo of the Week - Antarctic Ice Fish
(Click to enlarge image) Census of Marine Life - Photo of the Week: Antarctic ice fish. (Photo: Julian Gutt/ Alfred Wegener Institute)
The Antarctic ice fish does not have red blood pigments (hemoglobin) nor red blood cells. This is an adaptation to the low temperature. The blood becomes more fluid, as a consequence, the animals saves energy to pump blood through their body. Interestingly the brittle stars are overgrown by a yellow sponge.
Photo: Julian Gutt/ Alfred Wegener Institute. Read the full story »
MAST Academy Wins East Florida Regional National Ocean Sciences Bowl
Hollywood could not have scripted a more thrilling finish to the Finals of the 13th Annual National Ocean Science Bowl (NOSB) East Florida Regional Competition on March 6, 2010.
Hollywood could not have scripted a more thrilling finish to the Finals of the 13th Annual National Ocean Science Bowl (NOSB) East Florida Regional Competition on March 6, 2010.
ONW: Week of March 1, 2010 - Number 82
The staff here at Ocean Leadership works hard to make certain that each week we provide you with the most useful and timely information regarding our efforts, activities of the community, news from Capitol Hill, and all opportunities, jobs and internships that we feel you might find beneficial.
The staff here at Ocean Leadership works hard to make certain that each week we provide you with the most useful and timely information regarding our efforts, activities of the community, news from Capitol Hill, and all opportunities, jobs and internships that we feel you might find beneficial.
Researchers Issue Outlook for a Significant New England 'Red Tide' in 2010
Seed Population on Seafloor Points to a large ‘Red Tide’; Impacts will Depend on Ocean Conditions and Weather.
Seed Population on Seafloor Points to a large ‘Red Tide’; Impacts will Depend on Ocean Conditions and Weather.
U.S. Backs Proposed Trading Ban on Bluefin Tuna
The Obama administration expressed support today for a proposed ban on the international trade of Atlantic bluefin tuna.
The Obama administration expressed support today for a proposed ban on the international trade of Atlantic bluefin tuna.
Poachers Raiding Rich Barrier Reef Zones
POACHERS are raiding "no-take zones" on the Great Barrier Reef as fish stocks more than double in protected areas, the latest research shows.
POACHERS are raiding "no-take zones" on the Great Barrier Reef as fish stocks more than double in protected areas, the latest research shows.
IODP Expedition 318: Penguin TV Episode 4
IODP Expedition 318: Penguin TV Episode 4 - Scientific Ocean Drilling for Kids!
IODP Expedition 318: Penguin TV Episode 4 - Scientific Ocean Drilling for Kids!
Tiny Shelled Creatures Shed Light on Extinction and Recovery 65 Million Years Ago
An asteroid strike may not only account for the demise of ocean and land life 65 million years ago, but the fireball's path and the resulting dust, darkness and toxic metal contamination may explain the geographic unevenness of extinctions and recovery, according to Penn State geoscientists.
An asteroid strike may not only account for the demise of ocean and land life 65 million years ago, but the fireball's path and the resulting dust, darkness and toxic metal contamination may explain the geographic unevenness of extinctions and recovery, according to Penn State geoscientists.
Program Update: Census of Marine Life - February 2010
The Census of Marine Life has had a busy month, showcasing examples of marine biodiversity research and potential applications of the research at several conferences.
The Census of Marine Life has had a busy month, showcasing examples of marine biodiversity research and potential applications of the research at several conferences.
Program Update: Advocacy - February 2010
On March 10th the Consortium for Ocean Leadership will host its Annual Public Policy Forum at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center.
On March 10th the Consortium for Ocean Leadership will host its Annual Public Policy Forum at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center.
Program Update: Deep Earth Academy - February 2010
Apply to sail on the JOIDES Resolution with an unprecedented international education and science communication team. The Juan de Fuca expedition will install subseafloor observatories (“CORKS”) and include an intensive course on marine geology and geophysics, with an emphasis on seafloor hydrogeology.
Apply to sail on the JOIDES Resolution with an unprecedented international education and science communication team. The Juan de Fuca expedition will install subseafloor observatories (“CORKS”) and include an intensive course on marine geology and geophysics, with an emphasis on seafloor hydrogeology.
Program Update: National Ocean Sciences Bowl - February 2010
On February 6th, 2010, nearly half of the 25 regional sites held their regional competitions. Thus far, the winners advancing to the NOSB Finals in St Petersburg, Florida include...
On February 6th, 2010, nearly half of the 25 regional sites held their regional competitions. Thus far, the winners advancing to the NOSB Finals in St Petersburg, Florida include...
Program Update: Ocean Research and Resources Advisory Panel - February 2010
The Ocean Research & Resources Advisory Panel (ORRAP) will hold its Spring meeting at the Consortium for Ocean Leadership on 15-16 March 2010.
The Ocean Research & Resources Advisory Panel (ORRAP) will hold its Spring meeting at the Consortium for Ocean Leadership on 15-16 March 2010. Be an Ocean Leader
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