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Scripps Institution of Oceanography is one of the oldest, largest, and most important centers for ocean and earth science research, education, and public service in the world. Research at Scripps Institution of Oceanography encompasses physical, chemical, biological, geological, and geophysical studies of the oceans and earth.

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Journey with Scripps to the Pacific Garbage Patch

Scientists studying ocean trash

Scientists studying ocean trash

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Deadly Heat Waves are Becoming More Frequent in California

Conditions that drove potent heat wave in July 2006 likely to worsen under evolving climate change

Conditions that drove potent heat wave in July 2006 likely to worsen under evolving climate change

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Scientists Discover Bioluminescent 'Green Bombers' from the Deep Sea

Orbs lobbed by mysterious worms burst into brilliant light, thought to be a defensive measure

Orbs lobbed by mysterious worms burst into brilliant light, thought to be a defensive measure

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Cleaning Up Black Carbon Provides Instant Benefits Against Global Warming

Scripps climate researcher terms reduction of diesel and biomass burning the 'low-hanging fruit' of climate change mitigation in policy journal article

Scripps climate researcher terms reduction of diesel and biomass burning the 'low-hanging fruit' of climate change mitigation in policy journal article

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Scripps-Led Study Sheds Light on Earthquake Hazard Along San Andreas Fault

Researchers discovered new faults that reveal how earthquake-induced stress is transferred below Southern California's Salton Sea

Researchers discovered new faults that reveal how earthquake-induced stress is transferred below Southern California's Salton Sea

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Scripps-Led Study Shows Ocean Health Plays Vital Role in Coral Reef Recovery

A new study shows that bleached corals bounce back to normal growth rates more quickly when they have clean water and plentiful sea life at their side.

A new study shows that bleached corals bounce back to normal growth rates more quickly when they have clean water and plentiful sea life at their…

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Birch Aquarium at Scripps

birch aquarium at scripps

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Discovering Diversity In The Tropics

Discovering Diversity In The Tropics
Scripps researchers hunt for exotic medicine sources in Panama's diverse richness

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Fine Details
Scripps researchers tackle the holy grail of climate change modeling

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