Mexican Seas | Mares Mexicanos to Open June 28 at Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 2 May 2014
Scripps scientist Octavio Aburto’s exhibit Mexican Seas showcases stunning photography of Mexico’s marine biodiversity, blending art and science to promote ocean conservation and public awareness through visual storytelling.
Keywords: marine biodiversity, Octavio Aburto, ocean conservation, Mexican waters, underwater photography, Birch Aquarium, Scripps
Possible Cause and Source of Kawasaki Disease Found
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 19 May 2014
Researchers link Kawasaki disease outbreaks in Japan to airborne toxins, possibly from Candida fungi, carried by wind from northeastern China. The findings suggest a new environmental disease model affecting genetically susceptible children.
Keywords: Kawasaki disease, airborne toxin, Candida, wind patterns, northeastern China, Scripps, childhood illness
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
