Study Reveals Ocean Acidification's Effects on Shrimp Biology
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 1 June 2015
A Scripps study shows ocean acidification increases calcium in shrimp shells and reduces transparency, affecting camouflage and predator avoidance. This is the first study to link acidity to changes in shrimp visual and structural traits.
Keywords: ocean acidification, shrimp, transparency, exoskeleton, camouflage, Scripps, crustaceans
New Study Could Pave Way for an Ocean Acidification Early Warning System for Coral Reefs
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 3 June 2015
A Scripps-led study on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef found corals face low pH and high temperatures at different times, increasing stress frequency. This may affect recovery and reproduction. Results help improve coral reef climate stress predictions.
Keywords: coral reefs, Great Barrier Reef, ocean acidification, temperature, pH, climate change, Scripps, coral stress, carbonate chemistry, bleaching
From the Field: Bringing a Blue Halo to Barbuda
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 5 June 2015
A Scripps-led initiative in Barbuda combined science and education to create marine protections, support sustainable fishing, and engage local students through place-based learning. Community involvement and outreach are key to long-term success.
Keywords: Barbuda, Blue Halo, marine conservation, sustainable fishing, education, community outreach, Scripps
