Coastal Ecosystems Suffer from Upriver Hydroelectric Dams
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 13 March 2019
Study shows inland river dams in Mexico trap sediment, causing coastal erosion, mangrove loss, reduced biodiversity, and economic damage over $10M yearly.
Keywords: river dams, coastal erosion, mangroves, biodiversity, Mexico, sediment loss
Scripps Launches Polar Center
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 3 April 2019
Scripps launches Polar Center uniting Arctic and Antarctic experts to study climate impacts, ice loss, and polar ecosystems. Aims to boost research, advocacy, and training in rapidly changing polar regions.
Keywords: Scripps Polar Center, Arctic, Antarctic, ice loss, polar science
Advanced Virtual Technology Captures How Coral Reefs Recover After Bleaching
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 11 April 2019
Scripps and UC San Diego engineers used 3D imaging and VR software to track Palmyra Atoll coral recovery after 2015 bleaching, revealing resilience and regrowth aided by healthy reef ecosystems.
Keywords: Palmyra Atoll, coral recovery, bleaching, 3D imaging, VR, reef resilience
