The Ocean Brief
Short ocean stories and insights covering science, policy, innovation, and the ocean community
Seven (not so) spooky sea critters
What monsters lurk below the sea surface? None really! But there are some weirdly wonderful creatures that, despite their names (and sometimes their looks), are not really that scary. This Halloween, let’s take a dive into the depths for a quick visit of seven not-so-spooky sea creatures.
The value of the ocean - a New Zealand perspective
The Live Ocean Barometer showcases insights from independent research representing the voices of adult New Zealanders on how they value and perceive the ocean.
Earth observations for eutrophication
A new case study highlights how Earth Observation can help detect, monitor, and forecast eutrophication status and risks.
Multibeam seabed mapping and the unexpected reef
When researchers studying the Amazon River bloom in 2012 collected multibeam echosounder data, little did they know that they had revealed something unique.
Seafarers aren't fairing all that well
Seafarer mental health is under intense strain. The Covid-19 pandemic and onboard conditions have caused immense stress and other issues for workers. What can be done to help?
Celebrating Geodiversity Day with these seabed features
From rocks to soils to mountains to beaches, the non-living parts of our planet and the processes that create and shape them support and sustain us and all other life on Earth. As this year's theme for International Geodiversity Day says, "Geodiversity is for everyone."
Resilient urban economies need resilient oceans
For coastal cities, that framework for building resilient urban economies must also include the ocean.
Lightening the anchoring footprint of commercial vessels
In New South Wales, Australia, research has turned into action to reduce the damage caused by anchoring.
Dolphins, seals, and whales managed by the US are highly vulnerable to climate change
As oceans warm, acidify, and lose oxygen, marine mammals likely to lose food, habitat.