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
Behind a Marine Creature's Bright Green Fluorescent Glow
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 1 July 2014
Scripps scientists discovered structural reasons for fluorescence brightness in lancelets, finding GFPs up to 5x brighter than current types, with potential biomedical and defense applications.
Keywords: fluorescence, GFP, lancelets, biotechnology, protein tracers, Scripps, brightness
