Vibrant Mix of Marine Life Found at Extreme Ocean Depths, Scripps Analysis Reveals
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 21 February 2013
The DEEPSEA CHALLENGE expedition revealed diverse deep-sea life, including possible new species, through James Cameron's historic dive. Findings show trench-specific ecosystems and highlight the need for deep-sea conservation.
Keywords: deep sea, DEEPSEA CHALLENGE, Mariana Trench, biodiversity, James Cameron, new species, deep-ocean ecosystems
Emperors of the Phantom Coas
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 8 March 2013
Scripps researcher Jerry Kooyman studies emperor penguins’ mysterious molting cycle in Antarctica, aiming to fill critical knowledge gaps using satellite trackers to better understand their survival and climate vulnerability.
Keywords: emperor penguins, molting, Antarctica, Jerry Kooyman, satellite tracking, sea ice
Scripps Scientists Image Deep Magma beneath Pacific Seafloor Volcano
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 27 March 2013
Scripps scientists used electromagnetic imaging to map a deep mantle melting zone beneath the East Pacific Rise, revealing magma forms deeper and wider than expected—advancing understanding of plate tectonics and seafloor creation.
Keywords: mid-ocean ridge, magma, mantle melting, electromagnetic imaging, East Pacific Rise, plate tectonics, Scripps
