News Archives 2009

• Renowned Geophysicist: George G. Shor, Jr. - July 4, 2009
  Geophysicist who helped establish the nation's research fleet
  


• High Carbon Dioxide Levels Cause Abnormally Large Fish Ear Bones - June 25, 2009
  Scripps study focuses on bony structures essential in fish orientation and acceleration
  


• Policy Transparency Key to Saving World's Fisheries - June 22, 2009
  The sustainability of fisheries depends on the transparency with which coastal states incorporate scientific advice into policies, reports a study published in the journal PlosBiology
  


• Shark Week Surfaces at Birch Aquarium at Scripps - June 9, 2009
  Saturday, July 18 - Friday, July 24
  


• Former Scripps Director on Panel to Assess Future of Human Space Flight Program - June 2, 2009
  Charles Kennel part of team to review manned NASA missions after the space shuttle program is terminated
  


• Birch Aquarium at Scripps Announces Summer Evening Lecture Series - May 27, 2009
  Topics include undersea robots & sharks
  


• Celebrate World Ocean Day with Birch Aquarium at Scripps - May 26, 2009
  Special activities begin June 7, continue throughout month
  


• Whale Caught on Video Gives Rare Clues about Hunting Strategy, Sound Production - May 21, 2009
  Marine mammal videotaped stealing fish provides information about animal's physical features
  


• Unusually Large Family of Green Fluorescent Proteins Discovered in Marine Creature - May 20, 2009
  Scripps scientists find unexpected role for proteins: antioxidants
  


• UCSD Researchers Make First Direct Observations of Biological Particles in High-Altitude Ice Clouds - May 17, 2009
  Airborne dust and microbial matter appear to play large role in ice formation in clouds
  


• Experience a Full-Moon Walk on Scripps Pier - May 13, 2009
  Birch Aquarium at Scripps naturalists guide participants on this moonlit adventure
  


• Ellen Revelle: Philanthropist, Native La Jollan, "A Woman of Character" - May 6, 2009
  "First Lady" of Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego; Grandniece of Ellen Browning Scripps
  


• New Research Study Reveals Origin of Volcano's Carbon-Based Lavas - May 6, 2009
  Researchers analyze gas samples collected from Tanzanian volcano to determine processes at work in Earth's upper mantle
  


• Dramatic Climate Change-Driven Impacts Documented Across Marine Life Spectrum - April 30, 2009
  Scripps-led study, the first of its kind, finds warming causes shifts in habitats of open-ocean fishes
  


• Scripps, UCSD Professors Garner Prestigious Honors - April 30, 2009
  Scripps and UCSD professors elected to National Academy of Sciences and President Obama's Science Council
  


• Birch Aquarium at Scripps Debuts its First Children's Book - April 29, 2009
  What Color Would You Be to Hide in the Sea? explores camouflage in the ocean
  


• Regional Partnership to Develop Algal Biofuels Gets Backing of San Diego Leaders - April 28, 2009
  Scripps Oceanography contributes to research and development effort to create jobs, boost local economy
  


• UC San Diego Students Take Surfing to the Next Level - April 27, 2009
  Scripps undergraduate class introduces the physics of surfing
  


• Scripps Presents Southern California Premiere of Film on Climate Change's Impact on Oceans - April 24, 2009
  Free May 7 screening showcases the first documentary about ocean acidification
  


• Wetlands Likely Source of Methane from Ancient Warming Event - April 23, 2009
  Analysis of Greenland ice led by Scripps researchers could allay fears about methane 'burp' accelerating current global warming trend
  


• Scripps Studies Offer New Picture of Lake Tahoe's Earthquake Potential - April 22, 2009
  Two newly published papers provide a deeper look at earthquake vulnerability for the Lake Tahoe region
  


• Climate Change Means Shortfalls in Colorado River Water Deliveries - April 20, 2009
  Scripps researchers find that currently scheduled water deliveries from the Colorado River are unlikely to be met if human-caused climate change reduces runoff in the region
  


• State Climate Experts Assemble at Scripps April 20 - April 16, 2009
  California Climate Action Team science meeting welcomes input from the public
  


• Find Your Inner Fish at Scripps Oceanography Lecture - April 16, 2009
  Distinguished scientist and evolutionary adventurer Neil Shubin to discuss evolutionary origins at free May 5 public presentation
  


• Birch Aquarium at Scripps Presents its Green Flash Summer Concert Series - April 14, 2009
  Where the Sunset Always Rocks!
  


• California Climate Change Experts to Discuss Key Findings at Science Summit - April 13, 2009
  Scripps to host leading state experts on wildfires, water supply, sea-level rise and societal and economic impacts of climate change
  


• Science Leader Delves into the 'Once and Future Ocean' at Scripps Oceanography - April 8, 2009
  Paul Falkowski to present April 20 free public lecture on humanity's intimate ties to the ocean
  


• Study Compares Sound from Exploding Volcanoes with Jet Engines - April 8, 2009
  New Scripps study of low-frequency sound from Mount St. Helens and Tungurahua volcanoes provides explanation for how the large-amplitude signals from eruptions are produced
  


• Explore the Seashore through New Coast Walks with Birch Aquarium at Scripps - April 2, 2009
  Unique activity for birthdays, business retreats and community organizations
  


• Scripps Scientists Help Decode Mysterious Green Glow of the Sea - April 1, 2009
  Dual purpose discovered for worm's brilliant bioluminescent light
  


• Report Presents New Research on Climate Change Effects in California - April 1, 2009
  Scripps researchers contribute to assessment concluding that loss of agricultural land, increased risk of wildfires among potential outcomes
  


• Scripps to Honor Prince Albert II of Monaco for his Environmental Efforts - April 1, 2009
  Prince Albert II of Monaco to receive the Roger Revelle Prize at Scripps in October
  


• Go Green, Save Green during Light Bulb Exchanges at Birch Aquarium at Scripps - March 17, 2009
  Get 2-for-1 same-day aquarium admission by trading in old light bulbs
  


• Scripps Institution of Oceanography Honors Evolutionary Biologist, Richard Dawkins, in Public Ceremony and Lecture - March 16, 2009
  Dawkins to receive Nierenberg Prize for Science in the Public Interest
  


• Experience the Remarkable Grunion Run with Birch Aquarium at Scripps - March 11, 2009
  Witness the amazing mating ritual with aquarium naturalists
  


• Termite Killer Lingers as a Potent Greenhouse Gas - March 10, 2009
  Fumigant pumped into tented houses to kill pests remains in atmosphere six to 10 times longer than previously thought, Scripps-led study shows
  


• Dive into Ocean Adventures during Summer Camps at Birch Aquarium at Scripps - March 4, 2009
  Camps feature amazing ocean creatures, myths of the sea and the remarkable world of sharks
  


• Climate Panel: Science Must Support Efforts to Cope with Climate Change-Related Problems - February 26, 2009
  Federal panel chaired by Scripps scientist addresses future of U.S. Climate Change Science Program
  


• Scripps Climate Science Pioneer Awarded Tyler Prize - February 25, 2009
  V. Ramanathan shares prestigious environmental award with Penn State researcher
  


• Historical Photographs Expose Decline in Florida's Reef Fish, New Scripps Study Finds - February 17, 2009
  Snapshots trace shrinking 'trophy fish' over a generation of sport fishing
  


• Overfishing and Ecosystem Resilience: AAAS News Briefing - February 13, 2009
  


• Birch Aquarium at Scripps Announces Spring Evening Lecture Series - February 12, 2009
  Topics include microbes in Antarctica, global oceanography and deep-sea research
  


• Scripps Oceanography to Host Fast-Paced Ocean Science Competition for High Schools - February 4, 2009
  Eighteen regional high school teams participating in 12th annual event
  


• Scripps Dives into the Ocean with Google Earth - February 2, 2009
  Scripps Oceanography provides global seafloor imagery and scientific research expeditions for Google Earth's new ocean initiative
  


• Global Scientists Draw Attention to Threat of Ocean Acidification - January 30, 2009
  Scripps researchers among international signatories to the Monaco Declaration, an assessment of increased ocean carbon dioxide uptake and call to action
  


• Dive Into Unique Valentine's Day Gifts at Birch Aquarium at Scripps - January 28, 2009
  Surprise your sweetie with a bounty of ocean-themed tokens
  


• Scripps Diving Officer Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award - January 28, 2009
  Associated with Scripps since the 1950s, James Stewart helped pioneer research scuba diving
  


• Renowned Geophysicist and Professor: Victor Vacquier Sr. - January 16, 2009
  Honored geophysicist and professor Victor Vacquier known for his fundamental contributions to geomagnetism and early acceptance of the theory of plate tectonics
  


• Scripps Oceanography Building Honors Late, Legendary Oceanographer Fred Spiess - January 16, 2009
  Scripps campus building to be rededicated as Spiess Hall