It’s Not Just SARS-CoV-2: Most Respiratory Viruses Spread by Aerosols
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 26 August 2021
A global review shows many respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, spread mainly via aerosols, not droplets. Authors urge ventilation, masking, and aerosol precautions to curb transmission.
Keywords: COVID-19, aerosols, airborne transmission, ventilation, masking, respiratory viruses, public health
The History of Insects Living on the Open Ocean Tracks with the History of the Currents They Ride
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 5 September 2021
Genetic analysis of ocean skaters reveals their evolution ties to Pacific currents, with species diversifying during major climate events. Findings shed light on adaptation and climate change impacts.
Keywords: ocean skaters, genetics, Pacific currents, evolution, climate change, Halobates, adaptation
Search for the World’s Oldest Ice to be Initiated
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 9 September 2021
COLDEX, a $25M NSF project, will search for Antarctica’s oldest ice to study past climates up to 5 million years ago. Findings could reveal greenhouse gas cycles and improve climate change predictions.
Keywords: COLDEX, Antarctica, oldest ice, climate history, ice cores, greenhouse gases, NSF
