Photo of the Week: Coral Chemistry
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 21 March 2016
Scripps scientists Martín Tresguerres and Davey Kline study coral cell biology and ecology in Panama, funded by NSF, to uncover climate change impacts on reefs, with biogeochemist Andreas Andersson joining the team.
Keywords: Scripps Oceanography, coral reefs, cell biology, ecology
Research Highlight: New Technology Helps Monitor Fire Hazards in Southern California
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 6 April 2016
Scripps’ AlertSoCal network uses mountaintop HD cameras and HPWREN tech to detect wildfires in real time across Southern California, aiding firefighters, public safety, and research while enabling public participation in early fire spotting.
Keywords: Scripps Oceanography, AlertSoCal, HPWREN, wildfire detection, mountaintop cameras
Pollutants in Fish Inhibit Human's Natural Defense System
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 15 April 2016
Scripps-led study finds pollutants in fish can block P-gp, a key protein that expels toxins from the body. Chemicals like flame retardants and pesticides may hinder this defense, raising health concerns over contaminated seafood consumption.
Keywords: Scripps Oceanography, P-gp protein, toxin defense, persistent organic pollutants, seafood contamination
