Possible Cause and Source of Kawasaki Disease Found
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 19 May 2014
Researchers link Kawasaki disease outbreaks in Japan to airborne toxins, possibly from Candida fungi, carried by wind from northeastern China. The findings suggest a new environmental disease model affecting genetically susceptible children.
Keywords: Kawasaki disease, airborne toxin, Candida, wind patterns, northeastern China, Scripps, childhood illness
Research Highlight: Scripps and the Science behind the D-Day Landings
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 3 June 2014
Oceanographer Walter Munk co-developed wave forecasting methods that aided WWII amphibious landings, including D-Day. His work at Scripps Institution of Oceanography revolutionized naval operations and shaped modern ocean science.
Keywords: Walter Munk, Scripps, wave forecasting, D-Day, WWII, Sverdrup-Munk method, oceanography, Navy, UC San Diego
Sunnylands, Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, and Scripps Oceanography
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 4 June 2014
Sunnylands, Scripps, and Prince Albert II Foundation will host a retreat on rising sea levels and ocean acidification, gathering global experts to develop climate adaptation strategies, especially for the Pacific region.
Keywords: sea-level rise, ocean acidification, adaptation strategies, Sunnylands, Prince Albert II, Scripps
