Reefs ‘see’ light without eyes, coral’s secret unlocked in new Japanese study New research has revealed a unique mechanism in reef-building corals that allows them to switch between capturing light for photosynthesis and protecting their delicate tissues from sun damage. A team of researchers at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) […]
183-million-year-old sea monster species found hiding in German fossil bed
183-Million-Year-Old Sea Monster Species Found Hiding in German Fossil Bed A new species of ancient marine reptile, a plesiosaur, has been identified that swam the seas approximately 183 million years ago. Discovered in a German fossil bed, this remarkable find sheds light on the diverse and fascinating creatures that roamed our oceans during the Jurassic […]
100-year-old mystery of dolphin-style vortex rings solved by NYU scientists
The Fascinating 100-Year-Old Mystery of Dolphin-Style Vortex Rings Finally Unraveled by NYU Scientists A team of researchers discovered an extraordinary property of vortex rings—how dolphins propel themselves underwater—that has baffled scientists for over a century. The mystery of how these marine mammals create and utilize vortex rings to move seamlessly through water has long been […]
Innovating biological marine observation systems
Innovating Biological Marine Observation Systems The ANERIS project has been making waves in the field of marine biology with its groundbreaking approach to observing marine life. By integrating various cutting-edge marine life-sensing technologies, the project has introduced the concept of Operational Marine Biology. This innovative system is revolutionizing the way researchers study and monitor marine […]