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In 1979, a Deep-Sea Mining Experiment in the Pacific Altered the Seafloor—44 Years Later, Its Environmental Impact is Still Revealing Itself

In 1979, a deep-sea mining experiment in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ) left a lasting mark on the seabed. Decades later, a groundbreaking study published in the journal Nature, co-led by the ...
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Scientists make stunning discovery after testing new material in first-of-its-kind deep sea experiment: 'Provides safer alternatives'

A group of researchers recently discovered a new biodegradable plastic that could provide a significant boost to ocean health, Interesting Engineering reported. The research team, which comprised ...
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A New Way to Track Ocean Currents from Space

A team of NASA and university scientists has developed a new way to use satellite measurements to track changes in Atlantic Ocean currents, which are a driving force in global climate. The finding ...
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Deep-sea creatures are interconnected across globe via hidden ocean ‘superhighway’

Marine animals living in the cold, dark depths of the ocean are interconnected across the world by a hidden “superhighway”, a groundbreaking new study suggests. The research, published in the journal ...
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Deep Ocean Currents Have "Weather" And Seasonal Changes That We're Only Just Learning About

Tom has a Master's degree in Journalism. His editorial work covers anything from archaeology and the environment to technology and culture. Tom has a Master's degree in Journalism. His editorial work ...