Pollution From the Tijuana River Affects Air Quality in San Diego
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 29 May 2025
UC San Diego researchers found sewage from the Tijuana River aerosolizes, spreading drugs, chemicals, and pollutants into coastal air. The study warns of long-term health risks, urging infrastructure fixes and cross-border cooperation.
Keywords: Tijuana River, wastewater, aerosols, UC San Diego, pollution, public health, cross-border crisis
Silky Shark Population Study Offers Clues for Conservation
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 29 May 2025
UC San Diego and partners mapped silky shark populations in the Eastern Pacific, revealing three distinct stocks. Findings aid conservation and fishery management, especially as juveniles face high bycatch rates in global fisheries.
Keywords: silky sharks, UC San Diego, Eastern Pacific, fisheries, bycatch, conservation, population mapping
Applications Now Open for Startups Looking to Join StartBlue Ocean Enterprise Accelerator Program
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 2 June 2025
UC San Diego’s StartBlue Ocean Enterprise Accelerator is accepting 2025 applications. Backed by NOAA funding, the program supports startups developing ocean technologies that advance the Blue Economy and coastal resilience.
Keywords: StartBlue, UC San Diego, ocean innovation, Blue Economy, NOAA funding, startups, accelerator
