Marine Geosciences
Researchers use satellites to analyze global reef biodiversity
New technique can aid in coral reef protection and restoration efforts
Researchers trace the health of coral reefs through tiny organisms
A National Science Foundation grant is helping University of Miami students and faculty members to investigate the health of global coral reefs by looking at the remains of foraminifera, single-celled organisms, that live near them.
2022 Tongan volcanic explosion was largest natural explosion in over a century, new study finds
Despite size, the mega-tsunami generated enormous waves, claimed few lives
Rare deep-sea brine pools discovered in Red Sea
These newly discovered extreme environments offer clues on extraterrestrial life and may hold potential cancer-fighting compounds
Marine geochemist seeks to unravel how carbon is stored in the ocean
Hilary Close, an ocean sciences assistant professor at the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, is using a unique strategy to understand how carbon is transferred through living things into the deep ocean.
Discovery of ancient underwater landslide could help Middle Eastern nations realize tsunami hazards
Scientist Sam Purkis discovered evidence of a 500-year-old landslide, and a sizable tsunami, that could have implications for coastline development of coastlines in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
Sea Secrets lecture describes 'Beauty and Peril in the Red Sea'
Marine geoscientist Sam Purkis gave the first presentation of the Sea Secrets lecture series about his return trip to explore the Red Sea aboard the OceanX research vessel.
Tonga faces daunting challenges after massive volcanic eruption
The Pacific island nation could be tested by infrastructure damage, lack of fresh water, and limited natural resources, University of Miami experts say.
New study shines light on hazards of Earth's largest volcano
Researchers find that a large earthquake could set off eruption of Hawaii’s Mauna Loa volcano
Geoscientist addresses questions about volcano's eruption
Falk Amelung, professor with the Rosenstiel School's Department of Marine Geosciences, provides answers about the La Soufrière volcano in St. Vincent in the Caribbean. An effusive eruption began as early as December 2020, and explosive eruptions were recorded as recently as April 12.
Scientists find Galápagos volcano could help forecast future eruptions
Findings capture a new level of detail for any eruption from a volcano on the islands
600-year-old marine sponge holds centuries old climate records
Temperature records show past volcanic activity, current climate warming trends
