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
Once Languishing, a Global Monitoring Network Returns to Full Strength
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 14 November 2014
The Global Drifter Program, key to monitoring ocean currents and weather, has rebounded to full strength with nearly 1,400 drifters after past declines, thanks to international collaboration and renewed support.
Keywords: Global Drifter Program, ocean currents, climate forecasting, NOAA, satellite calibration, ocean monitoring, Scripps
