Seasonal CO2 cycle in the Southern Ocean amplified by increasing atmospheric carbon
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 26 October 2023
Using a decade of IMOS data, scientists have directly observed an amplified seasonal CO₂ cycle in the Southern Ocean, highlighting its key role in carbon uptake and indicating possible ocean-driven changes in carbon dynamics.
Keywords: Southern Ocean, CO₂ cycle, IMOS, carbon sink, pCO₂, climate change, SOTS
Deep-sea diving Biogeochemical Argo Float recovered from Southern Ocean
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 22 November 2023
CSIRO’s RV Investigator recovered a BGC-Argo float after 3 years in the Southern Ocean, marking a first. The float collected deep-ocean biogeochemical data critical for carbon cycle research and includes valuable underwater images.
Keywords: BGC-Argo, Southern Ocean, carbon cycle, RV Investigator, ocean data, IMOS, float recovery
A billion signals that tell our oceans’ story
Integrated Marine Observing System
Published: 4 December 2023
IMOS has surpassed 1 billion ocean measurements, aiding climate, biodiversity, and industry research. A $63.5M boost will expand its capabilities, ensuring continued delivery of free, high-quality marine data across Australia.
Keywords: IMOS, ocean data, marine research, climate change, biodiversity, government funding, Australia
