Biological oceanography
As Elusive as a Cheshire Cat : Phytoplankton vs. Marine Viruses
Phytoplankton escape infection by marine viruses by becoming invisible to them using a new tactic: the “Cheshire Cat” strategy.
Tag: Phytoplankton
Chemistry Paleoceanography
Where do diatoms hide their silver?
Where would you hide your silver? Diatoms like to hide their silver in their squishy insides.
Plastic
Chemicals released from plastic disrupt marine microbes
We know how plastic pieces affect ocean life, but do we think enough about “invisible” chemicals from plastic?
Climate Change
Phytoplankton Fighting Against Climate Change
As the ocean becomes hotter and more acidic, phytoplankton have to change their survival tactics.
Coastal Management
How will climate change impact harmful algal blooms?
A recent study investigates the link between meteorological conditions and harmful algal blooms.
Biological oceanography
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Marine Snow
Did you know that it snows in the ocean? How tiny ocean particles impact Earth’s climate.
Biological oceanography
Ocean time series brings new, unexpected insights into ocean carbon export
Analysis of a 30-year ocean time series reveals that carbon export to the deep ocean is maintained despite warming waters
Ocean Acidification
A story of sacrifice in the deep sea
A recent study finds that certain seashells dissolve themselves to preserve their shelled siblings, with implications for Earth’s climate.
Atmospheric Science Biogeochemistry Biological oceanography
Forest fires: Can oceans help?
In a recent study, it was found that the aerosols released from recent Australian forest fires (September 2019-March 2020) fertilized…
Biology
Phytoplankton are experts at adjusting themselves to changing temperatures
Learn about how quickly phytoplankton can survive frequent changes between high and low ocean temperatures!
Ecology
Diatom Dialogue
Reference: Font-Muñoz, J. S., Sourisseau, M., Cohen-Sánchez, A., Tuval, I., & Basterretxea, G. (2021). Pelagic diatoms communicate through synchronized beacon…
Microbiology
Sea Ice Diversifies Antarctic Phytoplankton
A new study finds that communities of phytoplankton become less diverse and export less carbon as sea ice melts.
Undergraduate Research
Bay Watch: Tracking Long-term Changes in Nutrients and Phytoplankton Composition in Narragansett Bay, RI
Phytoplankton composition can vary based on environmental changes. How can we study these important organisms over time?
deep sea Ecology
Not only Popeye but phytoplankton need iron too.
Massive Southern Ocean phytoplankton bloom fed by iron of possible hydrothermal origin There are vast areas in the oceans that…
Biological oceanography ocean engineering Remote Sensing technology
Size matters: The power of particles in determining ocean color
Ever wonder why the ocean is blue, or why ocean color changes? New research published by a team of scientists…
Plastic Pollution
Let them eat plastic – Animals eating microplastic could choke the ocean
Plastic pollution may bring to mind big images - dead birds, the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, and beaches filled with…
Biochemistry Biological oceanography Physiology Remote Sensing
A View from Above: Determining Protein Concentration in Phytoplankton by Satellites
Every animal needs their essential nutrients to survive. If an animal eats phytoplankton, how do they know how much of…
Ecology Sea Turtles
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galax-Sea
This team of scientists is studying microscopic organisms to help us understand more about the movement of sea turtles.
Biology Lakes
SURFO Special: Summer Research or Summer DIY Project
Andria Miller is a rising senior at Jackson State University, majoring in Biology and minoring in Chemistry. This summer she…
Ecology
It’s a cold, cold winter for Arctic phytoplankton
Ever wonder what winter is like for marine organisms? What about those that rely on light for growth? In a…