Discoveries

NSF's public investment in science, engineering, education and technology helps to create knowledge and sustain prosperity. Read here about the Internet, microbursts, Web browsers, extrasolar planets, and more... a panoply of discoveries and innovations that began with NSF support.

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		How Desert Dust Feeds the World's Oceans Scientists sample dust and trace metals in seawater to learn more about climatic change Released  May 9, 2008
		Mysterious Compound Seen as Key to Ocean Life Scientists study chromophoric dissolved organic matter (CDOM) to gain a better understanding of life in the oceans Released  April 7, 2008
		Life at Sea: An Oceanographer's Adventure Cassandra Lopez of the University of Miami reports that conducting research at sea can be an adventure, but it is always enjoyable and exciting Released  November 2, 2007
		Finding Cures from Corals A chemical that protects a rare type of marine coral from predators may also prove to be a potent medicine for humans in the fight against cancer. Released  July 18, 2003