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Restless Seas

How ocean currents shape weather, climate, and life

Even on the calmest day, the ocean is constantly in motion. From powerful ocean currents to the smallest eddy, moving seawater is a key driver of the Earth system, distributing heat, nutrients, and carbon—sustaining life at every scale and shaping weather and climate around the globe.

Join three WHOI scientists for a discussion about ocean currents, how they are changing, and the implications for marine life and all of us.


Season 6, Episode 5
Originally aired September 18, 2024
Speakers & Host:
Amala Mahadevan
Amala Mahadevan

Physical Oceanographer, WHOI

Gordon Zhang
Gordon Zhang

Physical Oceanographer, WHOI

Svenja Ryan

Physical Oceanographer, WHOI

Veronique LaCapra
Veronique LaCapra

Host and Director of Special Projects, WHOI

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