Marine megafauna as an ocean-observing tool for the next decade
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 30 October 2019
At OceanObs’19, IMOS-led experts launched two global committees to standardize marine megafauna tracking, aiming to integrate animal movement and environmental data into global ocean observing systems and oceanographic models.
Keywords: IMOS, animal tracking, marine megafauna, OceanObs19, ocean observing, GOOS, JCOMM
IMOS New Tech Proving making waves in WA
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 1 November 2019
IMOS launched its first New Technology Proving Facility in Albany, led by UWA, to assess low-cost wave buoys. The project aims to enhance ocean observing by testing affordable, scalable technology in collaboration with national and international partners.
Keywords: IMOS, wave buoy, ocean observing, new technology, Albany, UWA, marine science
New hourly time series product from IMOS moorings
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 21 November 2019
IMOS launched a new Hourly Time Series product to simplify access to mooring data. It bins high-frequency measurements into hourly intervals, enabling easier analysis and broader use of long-term oceanographic records.
Keywords: IMOS, mooring data, time series, ocean observing, AODN, quality control, hourly data
