Research Highlights
Oceanus Magazine
WHOI scientists Matt Long and Aleck Wang explain the incredibly important role of coastal seagrasses and rivers in the global carbon cycle
Danielle Haas Freeman draws on the language of chemistry to solve an oil spill puzzle
Stony coral tissue loss disease continues devastating Caribbean reefs. Here’s what we know about it so far
Exposure to both oil and sunlight can be harmful to sea anemones
Racing against the clock, WHOI researchers and colleagues are developing innovative solutions to rebuild reefs and improve coral resiliency–before it’s too late.
News Releases
The findings underscore the USS Arizona’s dual role as a solemn memorial and a “living laboratory.”
Buesseler joins a distinguished group of scientists, leaders and communicators recognized by AGU for advancing science.
While the impacts of plastic pollution on human health and the environment are growing, the report finds, increasing harm due to plastics is not inevitable.
Film shares the pivotal role of WHOI-operated underwater vehicles in the discovery of toxic waste dumped off California coast
News & Insights
WHOI marine chemist Chris Reddy weighs in on a methane leak in the Baltic Sea
WHOI geochemist Chris German pairs an autonomous surface vehicle (ASV) called a Wave Glider with other vehicles to expand research here and on other Ocean Worlds
Researchers investigate dust from the ocean’s farthest point from land to reconstruct the climactic history of the Southern Hemisphere, and understand how micronutrients have influenced biological productivity in this oceanic desert.
WHOI-MIT joint program student outfits her basement to do vital work on a marine carbon sensor
Infographics strive to give us a sense of how long plastic goods will last in the environment. But is this information reliable? The findings of a new study from WHOI may surprise you.