Oceanography
The Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute is part of Florida Atlantic University. It focuses on oceanographic research and education.
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Scientists have revealed that a hidden mantle plume contributed to the formation of the King's Trough Complex, a vast underwater canyon system in the North Atlantic larger than the Grand Canyon. Located about 1,000 kilometers off Portugal's coast, this 500-kilometer structure resulted from tectonic rifting between Europe and Africa millions of years ago. The findings, based on rock samples and seafloor mapping, highlight how deep Earth processes influence ocean floor features.
A new study warns that proposed deep-sea mining could endanger 30 species of sharks, rays, and chimaeras whose habitats overlap with mining zones. Nearly two-thirds of these species are already threatened with extinction from human impacts. Researchers from the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa highlight risks from seafloor disruptions and sediment plumes.
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A swirling supercomplex that captures ocean light for photosynthesis was detailed in a scientific publication on September 11, 2025. This discovery enhances understanding of marine algal energy processes. It was featured in the latest issue of a prominent science magazine.