Oceans

Findings from the Arctic’s Chukchi Sea show how local currents carry carbon and food toward the seafloor, with implications for ocean carbon storage and marine food webs.

Steve Palumbi, professor of oceans, on the limits of conventional reef restoration. His team is testing a low-cost way to identify corals that may tolerate warming waters.

The digital platform IKAN supports migrant fishers by helping them understand their rights and ensuring fair wage practices.

Stanford research finds that brief electrical pulses trigger a molecular “reboot and rebound” in sea squirts, pointing toward new strategies to mitigate age-related decline.

Thirty years of tagging data reveal Atlantic bluefin tuna mix from east to west across the Atlantic more than fisheries models assumed, changing how we think about managing the species.

For decades, Antarctic sea ice defied climate models by expanding instead of shrinking, until it suddenly collapsed in 2016. Scientists have identified a key cause.

Scientists have discovered that wintertime seismic activity around Antarctica controls summer phytoplankton growth, fueling marine life and absorbing carbon.

A Stanford-informed framework balances conservation with cultural heritage to support the sustainable resettlement of displaced island communities.

One-third of Earth’s 500 shark species are on the brink of extinction. A new Stanford-led analysis reveals that species with specialized traits are most at risk.

Stanford researchers are uncovering the journey of microplastics in our environment and their effects on human health, while developing practical solutions to mitigate their impact.