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Curious Kids: If you scoop a bucket of water out of the ocean, does it get lower?
You could repeat this experiment in the kitchen sink, or a bathtub if you have one. The key point is that the water level ...
Humanity depends on the ocean — Here is what we need to prioritize for immediate ocean science research
Global ocean research needs to shift priorities to ensure the health and well-being of our oceans, and by extension, humanity ...
A mysterious ocean glow reported for over 400 years has stumped scientists. A new study could offer clues
A new database compiling over 400 sightings of a mysterious ocean phenomenon known as ‘milky seas’ could help scientists soon ...
Map Shows Where Sale of Plastic Water Bottles Is Banned in US
Several U.S. jurisdictions have passed targeted bans on single-use plastic water bottles: South Lake Tahoe, California: As of ...
Transparent paper-based material can hold boiling water and degrade in deep ocean in under a year
A team of biomaterial engineers, environmental resource specialists and industrial design researchers affiliated with a host ...
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Using Virtual Reality to Connect Players With Ocean Ecosystems
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University’s Center for Transformational Play are hoping a virtual trip into the watery abyss will inspire connection with ocean ecosystems, even for people who’ve never ...