Video: Viewing Wave Energy through Bioluminescence
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 16 March 2016
Scripps scientists measured turbulence energy inside breaking waves using bioluminescent plankton in a wave flume, revealing new insights into wave dynamics in the Journal of Physical Oceanography.
Keywords: Scripps Oceanography, breaking waves, turbulence, bioluminescence, wave flume, ocean physics, wave energy
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
