marine science

Unlocking the mysteries of Red Sea eddies

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First-time reports of the statistical properties of ‘whirlpools’ show they are frequent and seasonal.

Coral reef fish: not such a family affair

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Some coral reef fish species don’t settle very close to home.

Assessing seawater safety

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Elevated bacterial populations in waters near beaches and urban areas could pose a problem for desalination plants.

The Red Sea models the future

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Detailed analysis of nutrient distribution and circulation in the Red Sea could provide a model for the future of the world’s oceans.

An ocean observatory for the Red Sea

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Studies conducted at the Saudi Aramco-KAUST Marine Environmental Research Center provide new insights into the physical and biological aspects of the Red Sea.

Feeding in the moonlight

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Consistent around the world's ocean, the phases of the moon affect the upward migration of the world’s most abundant type of fish for feeding.

Whale shark populations are young and transient

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A population study of whale sharks in the Red Sea reveals unique group dynamics.

Assessing Red Sea potential for alternative energy

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Advanced numerical models are helping researchers identify potential sites to exploit offshore wind and wave energy in the Red Sea region.

Microbial communities have a seasonal shake-up

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Turbulence and nutrient availability drive changes in Red Sea microbes.

Later tropical blooms could affect marine life

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Color changes in the northern Red Sea indicate rising sea temperatures could significantly impact tropical marine ecosystems.

Mysterious gentle giants gather off Saudi coast

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Investigations of prey patterns fail to explain why whale sharks aggregate off the coast of Saudi Arabia.

Red Sea flushes faster from far-flung volcanoes

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Volcanic eruptions in Mexico and the Philippines can lead to atmospheric changes that favor the ventilation of deep water in the Red Sea.

Eddy currents affect flux of salt more than heat

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Modeling the 3D structure of Red Sea eddies shows how transport of energy and biochemical materials influences circulation patterns in the Red Sea.

Remote sensing of toxic algal blooms

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Algal blooms in the Red Sea can be detected with a new method that accounts for dust storms and aerosols.