A collaborative effort based at Scripps Institution of Oceanography to describe the variation of coral reefs from across the globe.
La Jolla, CA, USA
Joined August 2014
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100 Island Challenge retweeted
As we survey the #CoralReefs of the #Kiribati Line Islands, the question is “what defines this reef?” Vostok’s reefs are notably diverse and productive, unexpected given the island’s tiny footprint (<1km^2). Does the native vegetation and high abundance of seabirds plays a role?
ALT A small island, Vostok, as seen from air. Trees surrounded by beach with waves hitting the island from all sides.
100 Island Challenge retweeted
"While it is true that some reefs have been damaged significantly, we still find thriving reefs on almost every island, whether it’s due to people’s protection or the reef’s own resilience." Scripps' @StuartSandin discusses @100islchallenge w/ @ecomagnews: digital.ecomagazine.com/publ…
100 Island Challenge retweeted
This week we’re counting down to the most EXTREME #NSFfunded oceans discoveries. Follow along as we highlight our Nation’s oceans, coasts, and Great Lakes and the research that is critical to understanding our planet.
#OceanMonth2020
📷: Brian Zgliczynski, @Scripps_Ocean
100 Island Challenge retweeted
Great piece highlighting the engineering innovations of Vid Petrovic and Falko Kuester. Great partnerships are what help make the @100islchallenge so special. Thanks friends!!!
Researchers at the #qualcomminstitute and @Scripps_Ocean have created a massive digital archive of the world's coral reefs. The archive can help scientists study change in reefs over time and inform their conservation: bit.ly/35aX0rL. #coral #ClimateChange #UCSD
100 Island Challenge retweeted
We put together an international team of volunteer science divers to work w/the Govt. of Maldives, @MMRI_Maldives & @100islchallenge to help inform that island nation's Marine Spatial Plan.
2 weeks in with 10 days left to go!
#OceanOptimism
#BlueProsperity
100 Island Challenge retweeted
Looking into the future? ⏰ Secret Society of Adultologists, our 21+ after-hours party, returns January 24 with #TIMEMACHINE. (Check out virtual reality tours of island biodiversity with @Scripps_Ocean.)
💙 Tickets: sdnat.org/ssa 💙 #SanDiego #ThingsToDo #BalboaPark
Currently on a 26-day expedition in the Maldives with our partners @WaittInstitute, @WaittFdn and @BlueProsperityC – members of the #100islandchallenge had the honor of attending and speaking at the #BluePrisperity event. We are both honored and grateful to participate.
President @ibusolih attends Blue Prosperity Coalition event
The 26-day expedition by blue prosperity coalition and marine scientists from the #Maldives commences today at HDH. Neykurendhoo
#KanduFalhuDhiraasaa #NooRaajje
Thinking of starting something new in 2020? We’re hiring! Check out our open position working with Dr. @StuartSandin.
We have a new position open here @100islchallenge @Scripps_Ocean. Skills/experience in marine field ops, data analysis and reporting. And a team-player!
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Recruitment portal is open until 15 Jan 2020. Please share with those who might be interested. Thx!
How do I become a coral reef ecologist? The 100IC team shares science and stories about careers in #STEM during an amazing Ocean STEM event organized by the team at @Birch_Aquarium. Over 200 students attended to mingle with Scripps scientists and learn about paths to science
100 Island Challenge retweeted
Marine Biophysics Unit and the @100islchallenge team from @Scripps_Ocean are co-organizing the first ever #PlasticFree workshop at #OIST! This aims to compare #coralreefs across international boundaries. 25% of talks are virtual to reduce carbon emissions from workshop travel.
We love our volunteer team! Not everyone is pictured here, but we can’t thank this hard-working group of budding coral experts enough. As the lab family continues to grow, so does the data... @Scripps_Ocean
The 100IC team had the pleasure of meeting the amazing crew of the Hikianalia during their last stop in CA. Keep up the great work and sharing your wonderful stories! We'll see you out there ;) @Scripps_Ocean
Two more days of events with Hikianalia and the crew!
November 3 & 4, 10a-4p at the Maritime Museum of San Diego. It's free and family friendly get your tickets at the link in our bio. ift.tt/2CWPtkm
100 Island Challenge retweeted
This 'little coral' is actually not little (wait for the diver icon). In fact it's called "Big Mama". The @NOAA @sanctuaries of American Samoa is home to this gentle giant. Imagine the centuries of change that this behemoth has lived through! @NOAAFish_PIFSC @Scripps_Ocean #100IC
100 Island Challenge retweeted
When I got updates from the #100IC team last week, I noted that we were sampling four islands simultaneously -- Taiwan, Dongsha atoll, Jarvis island, and Biscayne Bay. Corals were growing at each.
No two coral reefs are the same, and no two reefs will face the future the same.
100 Island Challenge retweeted
When biology meets engineering, it can look like a video game...and that's ok. Note that our ability to make 3D reef models only happened because the gamers pushed to make computers faster (thanks GPUs!). Now we all can explore reefs virtually! @QI_UCSD @Scripps_Ocean #100IC
Congratulations to the Smith-Sandin undergraduates! Six of our students participated in the Scripps Undergraduate Research Symposium, sharing their projects with the @scripps_ocean community. A big congrats to Kyle and Karina for winning best poster!!
#100IslandChallenge #FishyFriday ! Check out a pair of masked bannerfish (Heniochus monoceros) spotted on our most recent expedition to #Palau. These fish, like most other butterflyfish, can be found in pairs or small groups in coral reef habitats.
The #100islandchallenge works with many partners, including the @BirchAquarium at @UCSanDiego, to collect data and most recently 360 video. Stay tuned for more! #thenatureconservancy #KoreroOTeOrau #CRIOBE #WaittInstitute
A detailed look at the work and daily life at sea for the #100IslandChallenge team. @ptullis @bioGraphic @Scripps_Ocean xitter.cf/StephStoneSF/status/99…
Let's hold off on that obituary. Some coral reefs are thriving, and the @100islchallenge team thinks those reefs have something to teach us. Words by @ptullis, 📸 by Brian Zgliczynski for @bioGraphic goo.gl/wFkHHN
#HopeforReefs
Photogrammetry used in the 100IC extends beyond making 3D models of reefs. Imagery we collected of the sea turtle shell was used to create a 3D printed prosthetic! @Birch_Aquarium @Scripps_Ocean xitter.cf/birch_aquarium/status/…
Happy #worldturtleday! We are celebrating with @BBCEarth, who created a fun video about our Loggerhead Sea Turtle's 3D printed brace! Check it out at: bit.ly/BBCEarthSeaTurtle
