Research Highlight: Waves Bring the Heat
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 3 November 2014
Scripps researchers discovered that breaking waves generate unexpected heat in the surf zone—up to 25% of daily solar input—reshaping understanding of coastal temperature dynamics and their ecological impacts.
Keywords: breaking waves, surf zone, coastal heating, Scripps, oceanography, wave energy, shoreline ecosystems
Research Highlight: New Study on El Niño/La Niña Flooding Could Aid Disaster Planning Worldwide
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 6 November 2014
A new study shows El Niño and La Niña events significantly alter global flood risk, affecting a third of Earth's surface. Detailed models link ENSO to socioeconomic impacts, aiding future disaster planning and climate risk management.
Keywords: ENSO, El Niño, La Niña, flooding, climate variability, global risk, socioeconomic impacts
New Technology Enables Historic Finds
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 6 November 2014
Scripps Oceanography, BentProp, and partners use advanced underwater tech to locate downed WWII aircraft and MIAs in Palau. Their discoveries, including two warplanes, are aiding families and inspiring STEM outreach through Project RECOVER.
Keywords: WWII aircraft, missing in action, Palau, Project RECOVER, underwater technology, BentProp, Scripps Oceanography
