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Glow-in-the-dark algae turns Hong Kong harbor blueHong Kong (UPI) Jan 27, 2015 The waters of Hong Kong's harbor are sparkling a bright electric blue at night, as boats and thrown stones send ripples through the growing mats of Sea Sparkle. And local photographers there have been capturing the surreal phenomenon. Sea Sparkle (Noctiluca scintillans) is a species of dinoflagellate, single-cell microorganisms that collect in algae-like blooms in the ocean. The blooms of phytoplankton often make up what are referred to as a red tide, though red tides can include the amalgamati ... read more |
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 Large-scale analytics system for predicting major events described Long series of droughts doomed Mexican city 1,000 years ago Missing link in metal physics explains Earth's magnetic field Global warming doubles risk of extreme La Nina event Brazil's Soy Moratorium still needed to preserve Amazon Did genetic links to modern maladies provide ancient benefits? | .. |
 Small drop in sea level had big impact on southern Great Barrier Reef The idea that coral reefs have formed over millennia in a continuous process has been challenged by a study of the southern Great Barrier Reef. The research, led by the University of Sydney, shows t ... more | .. |
 Study projects major loss of corals in Great Barrier Reef The coverage of living corals on Australia's Great Barrier Reef could decline to less than 10 percent if ocean warming continues, according to a new study that explores the short- and long-term cons ... more | .. |
 UN moves toward major treaty for ocean biodiversity UN member states agreed Saturday to begin negotiations on a treaty to protect marine biodiversity in ocean areas extending beyond territorial waters, in a move heralded by environmental organizations. ... more | .. |
 Australia orders waste dumping ban on Great Barrier Reef Australia has ordered a ban on dumping dredge waste on most of the Great Barrier Reef, the environment minister said Saturday, as part of a push to stop the UN declaring the site in danger. ... more |
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 Drought sees Rio's main hydro plant turned off A major Rio hydroelectric power plant was switched off after water levels slipped below an operational minimum following severe drought, Brazil's national grid told AFP on Thursday. ... more | .. |
 Atmospheric rivers, aerosol particles, and California reservoirs In the midst of the California rainy season, scientists are embarking on a field campaign designed to improve the understanding of the natural and human-caused phenomena that determine when and how ... more | .. |
 Aqua-Spark investments aim to stop plunder of sea life An investment fund aimed at prospering while preventing overfishing from wiping out ocean life announced on Thursday it is pumping $4 million into two companies focused on smart farming of seafood. ... more | .. |
 Biggest fish in the ocean receives international protection Whale sharks are among the largest living fish in the world - weighing up to 40,000 pounds and 40 feet in length. They are also so docile that humans often swim with them without concern, snapping p ... more |
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 Russia sounds alarm as Lake Baikal's water levels drop Russia sounded the alarm Tuesday as water levels in Lake Baikal, the world's largest freshwater lake, dropped to record lows, with environmentalists blaming dry weather and overuse by local industry. ... more | .. |
 For sea turtles, there's no place like magnetic home Adult sea turtles find their way back to the beaches where they hatched by seeking out unique magnetic signatures along the coast, according to new evidence from the University of North Carolina at ... more | .. |
 Wildlife loss in the global ocean Over the past 500 years, approximately 500 land-based animal species have gone the way of the dodo, becoming extinct as a result of human activity. In the ocean, where scientists count only 15 or so ... more | .. |
 Heart arrhythmias detected in deep-diving marine mammals A new study of dolphins and seals shows that despite their remarkable adaptations to aquatic life, exercising while holding their breath remains a physiological challenge for marine mammals. The stu ... more |
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 EU bans sea bass trawling to save species The EU said Monday it will ban open water trawling of sea bass during the spawning season through April in order to ensure the stock's survival. ... more | .. |
 Predicting coral reef futures under climate change Researchers examining the impact of climate change on coral reefs have found a way to predict which reefs are likely to recover following bleaching episodes and which won't. Coral bleaching is ... more | .. |
 Sizing up giants under the sea A team of scientists and undergraduate students have analyzed the body size for 25 marine species, including whales, sharks, squids, and other ocean giants. The project elucidates both the challenge ... more | .. |
 Correcting estimates of sea level rise The acceleration in global sea level from the 20th century to the last two decades has been significantly larger than scientists previously thought, according to a new Harvard study. The study ... more |
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 IXV spaceplane packed and ready for Vega launch Feb 11 Ballooning offers platform for space-like environment NASA's SMAP Earth Mission Awaits Launch Gully patterns document Martian climate cycles Orbital Stockholders Approve ATK Division Merger Will NASA's TESS Spacecraft Revolutionize Exoplanet Hunting? | .. |
Cambodia PM defends China-funded mega-dams Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen on Monday defended controversial Chinese-funded hydro-electric dams as he opened the energy-starved country's largest-ever power plant, despite warnings from activists of environmental costs. ... more | .. |
 Meltwater on Greenland's ice sheet contributes to rising sea levels As the largest single chunk of melting snow and ice in the world, the massive ice sheet that covers about 80 percent of Greenland is recognized as the biggest potential contributor to rising sea lev ... more | .. |
 China's water stress set to worsen with transfer initiatives New research paints a grim picture for the future of China's water supply, as its booming economy continues to heap pressure on its natural resources, according to scientists at the University of Ea ... more | .. |
 Campaigners urge UN to block Cambodia dam displacement A rights group on Tuesday urged the United Nations to help prevent the displacement of thousands of people, mainly from ethnic minority groups, by a $780 million China-backed dam. ... more |
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 Algae blooms create their own favorable conditions Fertilizers are known to promote the growth of toxic cyanobacterial blooms in freshwater and oceans worldwide, but a new multi-institution study shows the aquatic microbes themselves can drive nitro ... more | .. |
 Wave energy costs compare favorably to other energy sources A new analysis suggests that large-scale wave energy systems developed in the Pacific Northwest should be comparatively steady, dependable and able to be integrated into the overall energy grid at l ... more | .. |
 Cool deep-water protects coral reefs against heat stress 1991, 1995, 2003, 2010 - again and again, increased water temperatures lead to bleaching with fatal consequences for stony corals in the Andaman Sea. These animals are highly susceptible to changes ... more | .. |
 Better dam planning strategies When dams are built they have an impact not only on the flow of water in the river, but also on the people who live downstream and on the surrounding ecosystems. By placing data from close to 6,500 ... more |
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