display Latest news from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution on News en-us Copyright 2024 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/whoi-and-brazil-based-ngo-partner-to-save-west-indian-manatee/?sc=rsin /articles/whoi-and-brazil-based-ngo-partner-to-save-west-indian-manatee/?sc=rsin Wed, 30 Oct 2024 09:05:38 EST A new study shines light on the role of currents in marine mammal conservation Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/weddell-seals-in-the-antarctic-strategically-time-their-most-extreme-dives-to-maximize-foraging/?sc=rsin /articles/weddell-seals-in-the-antarctic-strategically-time-their-most-extreme-dives-to-maximize-foraging/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:10:37 EST New research from WHOI and partners sheds light on a novel dive foraging strategy. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-researchers-use-the-sounds-of-healthy-coral-reefs-to-encourage-growth-of-a-new-species-of-coral-larvae/?sc=rsin /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-researchers-use-the-sounds-of-healthy-coral-reefs-to-encourage-growth-of-a-new-species-of-coral-larvae/?sc=rsin Wed, 23 Oct 2024 11:50:24 EST Using successful techniques from an earlier study, acoustic enrichment continues to show promise Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/ocean-pavilion-partners-release-cop29-baku-ocean-declaration-in-advance-of-un-climate-conference/?sc=rsin /articles/ocean-pavilion-partners-release-cop29-baku-ocean-declaration-in-advance-of-un-climate-conference/?sc=rsin Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:00:24 EST Declaration calls for renewed focus on global ocean observations to support goals of the climate, biodiversity, and desertification efforts worldwide Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/the-ocean-pavilion-returns-to-international-climate-conference-for-a-third-year/?sc=rsin /articles/the-ocean-pavilion-returns-to-international-climate-conference-for-a-third-year/?sc=rsin Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:00:09 EST Leading science institutions and partners will make the case for greater inclusion of the ocean at COP29 Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/whoi-scientists-discover-fastest-degrading-bioplastic-in-seawater/?sc=rsin /articles/whoi-scientists-discover-fastest-degrading-bioplastic-in-seawater/?sc=rsin Thu, 17 Oct 2024 08:10:00 EST After years of testing, a new version of CDA was found to be the fastest degrading bioplastic material tested in seawater--and it's a promising replacement for other foam plastic materials, like Styrofoam, which can linger in the environment for many years. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-collaborates-with-matson-navigation-company-to-increase-protections-for-marine-mammals/?sc=rsin /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-collaborates-with-matson-navigation-company-to-increase-protections-for-marine-mammals/?sc=rsin Tue, 15 Oct 2024 09:00:28 EST Ship-mounted camera systems provide real-time detection and increased response time, can reduce the number of whales killed by vessel strikes Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-and-partners-receive-1-5-million-to-continue-vital-reef-restoration-work/?sc=rsin /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-and-partners-receive-1-5-million-to-continue-vital-reef-restoration-work/?sc=rsin Wed, 02 Oct 2024 09:05:08 EST Coral Research and Development Accelerator Program funding will advance acoustic enhancement research in the Caribbean Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-s-benjamin-van-mooy-named-2024-macarthur-fellow/?sc=rsin /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-s-benjamin-van-mooy-named-2024-macarthur-fellow/?sc=rsin Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:05:42 EST The goal of the fellowship is to provide recipients the greatest possible flexibility to pursue their professional vision in the absence of specific obligations or reporting requirements. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-receives-nsf-and-noaa-funding-for-new-family-of-remotely-operated-vehicles/?sc=rsin /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-receives-nsf-and-noaa-funding-for-new-family-of-remotely-operated-vehicles/?sc=rsin Fri, 27 Sep 2024 13:05:05 EST A new, integrated system will enable ocean science, exploration, and restoration efforts from a wider range of vessels, paving the way for more successful and efficient operations Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-s-marine-policy-center-releases-coastal-resilience-and-sea-level-rise-workshop-report/?sc=rsin /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-s-marine-policy-center-releases-coastal-resilience-and-sea-level-rise-workshop-report/?sc=rsin Tue, 24 Sep 2024 08:00:54 EST New report released during NY Climate Week and upcoming UN General Assembly high-level plenary meeting on threats posed by sea level rise Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/microbe-dietary-preferences-influence-the-effectiveness-of-carbon-sequestration-in-the-deep-ocean/?sc=rsin /articles/microbe-dietary-preferences-influence-the-effectiveness-of-carbon-sequestration-in-the-deep-ocean/?sc=rsin Fri, 13 Sep 2024 08:00:30 EST A series of seemingly small processes helps carry carbon dioxide from the ocean's surface to the deep sea, where it can be stored away for decades. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/swimming-crustacean-eats-unlikely-food-source-in-the-deep-ocean/?sc=rsin /articles/swimming-crustacean-eats-unlikely-food-source-in-the-deep-ocean/?sc=rsin Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:00:46 EST Increased capabilities in the human-occupied submersible Alvin open a window on a rarely seen behavior Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/newly-published-article-outlines-case-for-considering-adding-iron-to-the-ocean-for-carbon-dioxide-removal/?sc=rsin /articles/newly-published-article-outlines-case-for-considering-adding-iron-to-the-ocean-for-carbon-dioxide-removal/?sc=rsin Mon, 09 Sep 2024 08:00:51 EST A newly published article spells out the work needed to assess the potential of ocean iron fertilization as a low cost, scalable, and rapidly deployable method of mCDR. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-announces-1-6-million-grant-to-build-revolutionary-antarctic-ice-shelf-monitoring-system/?sc=rsin /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-announces-1-6-million-grant-to-build-revolutionary-antarctic-ice-shelf-monitoring-system/?sc=rsin Tue, 13 Aug 2024 09:05:16 EST SAMS will operate autonomously for years in hostile, difficult-to-reach locations that are Ground Zero for global sea-level rise Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-announces-transformative-10-million-gift-from-grossman-family-foundation/?sc=rsin /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-announces-transformative-10-million-gift-from-grossman-family-foundation/?sc=rsin Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:05:51 EST Designed to provide seed funding for innovative research and technology projects, this endowed fund will accelerate ocean science and engineering, spur innovation, and strengthen WHOI's position at the forefront of ocean science and engineering for the global good. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/biden-harris-administration-invests-27-million-to-support-community-driven-marine-debris-solutions-through-investing-in-america-agenda/?sc=rsin /articles/biden-harris-administration-invests-27-million-to-support-community-driven-marine-debris-solutions-through-investing-in-america-agenda/?sc=rsin Mon, 29 Jul 2024 14:05:54 EST The Department of Commerce and NOAA has announced $27 million in funding for projects to prevent and remove marine debris in coastal and Great Lakes communities as part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda, under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/u-s-national-office-for-harmful-algal-blooms-at-the-woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-releases-national-science-strategy-for-harmful-algal-research-and-response/?sc=rsin /articles/u-s-national-office-for-harmful-algal-blooms-at-the-woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-releases-national-science-strategy-for-harmful-algal-research-and-response/?sc=rsin Tue, 23 Jul 2024 09:05:08 EST Updated national science strategy for harmful algal research and response builds on major accomplishments, findings. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-and-the-university-of-the-virgin-islands-extend-partnership/?sc=rsin /articles/woods-hole-oceanographic-institution-and-the-university-of-the-virgin-islands-extend-partnership/?sc=rsin Tue, 16 Jul 2024 11:05:08 EST WHOI and the University of the Virgin Islands entered into a MOU extending their working partnership in the exploration and protection of the world's oceans. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution /articles/the-detection-of-a-massive-harmful-algal-bloom-in-the-arctic-prompts-real-time-advisories-to-western-alaskan-communities/?sc=rsin /articles/the-detection-of-a-massive-harmful-algal-bloom-in-the-arctic-prompts-real-time-advisories-to-western-alaskan-communities/?sc=rsin Wed, 10 Jul 2024 10:05:27 EST In summer of 2022, a research cruise detected a massive harmful algal bloom (HAB) in the Bering Strait region of western Alaska. This expedition provided a dramatic example of science utilizing new technology to track a neurotoxic HAB, and effectively communicate information that protects remote coastal communities in real-time. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution