Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

Very Special Delivery

In September, WHOI took delivery of a very special piece of equipment—a redesigned titanium frame for the submersible Alvin. In December 2010, after Alvin was pulled from service, it returned to Woods Hole and was completely disassembled for an extensive overhaul and upgrade to eventually increase its depth rating from 4500 to 6500 meters. A primary new component was the addition of a larger, stronger (and heavier) personnel sphere requiring the frame to be modified and strengthened. (Photo by Tom Kleindinst, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution)

Elemental Journeys

Humans have changed how chemicals move on our planet.

What Is the Sound of 130 Wind Turbines Turning?

Researchers record undersea sound at offshore wind farm site.

Scientists Uncover Diversion of Gulf Stream Path in Late 2011

The Gulf Stream moved well north of its normal path in late October and early November 2011, causing warmer-than-usual ocean temperatures along the New England continental shelf, according to physical oceanographers at WHOI.

Fukushima fish still contaminated from accident

Levels of radioactive contamination in fish caught off the east coast of Japan remain raised, official data shows.
BBC

Most whale deaths in the past 40 years were caused by humans
Scientific American

Scientists ask for legal safeguards to keep their work out of court
Ars Technica

The Point: Politics of Science Funding
Living Lab, WCAI

David Gallo on the mysteries of the ocean floor
Minnesota Public Radio

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