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Southampton and Liverpool, UK
Joined May 2009
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After a fantastic year here at NOC we too are unplugging, taking time to reset, reflect and reinvigorate for an exciting new year ahead. We look forward to bringing you more ocean news, stories and research in 2026! Until then, take care and sea-sons greetings!🎄 ⭐️ 🌊 🦀
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🌊 Proud to see PML recognised in the UK House of Lords debate on the #BBNJ Bill - with @SAMSoceannews, @univofstandrews & @NOCnews, highlighting the UK’s #MarineScience capacity & expertise. The Bill sets out how the UK will implement the global treaty on #HighSeasBiodiversity.
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📣 One step closer to ratification! 🌊#BBNJ It’s fantastic to see the BBNJ Bill continue to progress through parliament, with discussions at the @UKHouseofLords' Grand Committee earlier this week, and NOC's role of excellence and leadership within ocean science highlighted. 🌊🚢
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New suspected species, coined the ‘muddy squid’, displays ‘unusual’ burrowing behaviour observed for the first time in the deep sea. 👀🦑 Read more here: noc.ac.uk/news/discovery-mud… @SAMSoceannews
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📣 New estimates shed light on late-18th century temperatures! 🕰️🌡️🌎  New research provides the first global record from near-surface air temperature measurements, peering back in time to the late-18th century. Read more about it here: brnw.ch/21wYn3Z
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GEO7 report just launched! The most comprehensive scientific assessment yet focusing on the current state and future trends of the global environment. NOC's Dr Domingues contributed to the Oceans and Coasts chapter, providing insights into Earth’s greatest climate regulator.🌊🌎
Investing in a healthy planet isn’t just good for nature — it’s a massive economic opportunity. The newly released #GEO7 report shows that transforming our energy, food, waste and finance systems can unlock US$20 trillion a year by 2070, save millions of lives, and lift millions out of poverty. unep.org/news-and-stories/pr… #UNEA7
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A new study reveals the impact of deep-sea mining on biodiversity. Research led by scientists at @NHM_London, @goteborgsuni and NOC, reveals: 🔹37% fewer animals in mining tracks 🔹32% drop in species richness 🔹Natural seafloor changes also observed over time
After 5 years of sample collection and analysis our paper examining the impacts of an industrial #DeepSea mining trial on seafloor #biodiversity is published! Read here: nature.com/articles/s41559-0…
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A new study encourages a fresh approach to #ClimateAdaptation by blending local knowledge with science. Researchers from NOC & partners in Africa & the Pacific show how inclusive planning can tackle threats like habitat loss & destructive fishing. noc.ac.uk/news/merging-scien…
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Good morning! A quick quiz question for all the schools following us. Post your answer below. #adventure #travel #aroundtheworld sailing class40 dreams goals believe achieve learning challenge achieve inspire science NOC OneOceanMindset whoisjamesketchell oceanscience
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The National Oceanography Centre and ARDITI have marked a UK–Portugal partnership supporting deep-ocean research through the acquisition of Autosub Long Range vehicles. Read more: hubs.la/Q03VXmJr0 @NOCnews #oceanscience #AUV #autonomy
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ICYMI our Ocean Tipping Points webinar is now available for replay! 🍿🗣️🌊 youtube.com/watch?v=pmz-X8Mj… #COP30 #TippingPoints #Oceanscience
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Cabo Verde seamounts oases of life🌋🐋🪸🌊 New collaborative article highlights Cabo Verde's seamounts biodiversity, ecological role and socioeconomic relevance. @IEOoceanografia @UniBarcelona noc.ac.uk/news/seamounts-cab… 📷 Luso/iMirabilis2/iAtlantic Project 📷 JacobGonzalez-Solis
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New species of deep-sea coral found living on polymetallic nodules.🪨🪸 A team of international scientists have recently discovered a deep-sea hard coral whose only known habitat is attached to the nodules. 🔗 noc.ac.uk/news/hidden-gems-a…
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The #BBNJ Bill is moving through parliament, passed by the @HouseofCommons last night, it will now move to the @UKHouseofLords. "I acknowledge the scientific community [@NHM_London; @NOCnews] which have been pivotal in presenting the need for this legislation." @SeemaMalhotra1
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Happy new week! Here are some sessions you can attend virtually today at #COP30 1. Ocean Tipping Points: Understanding Drivers, Thresholds, Risks and the Potential for the Ocean to Play a Role in Mitigation @NOCnews us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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📣 Don't miss this fantastic talk happening today at 1:00PM UK time! 🌊 #OceanTippingPoints #COP30 #OceanScience #UNOceanDecade
🌊 Free Ocean Tipping Points talk 🗣️ Next Monday we’re hosting a panel of experts to discuss Ocean Tipping Points as part of #COP30's Virtual Ocean Pavilion webinar series. Add to your calendar: 🗓️us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… #UNOceanDecade #TippingPoints #GTPR2025 #OceanScience
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