Category Archives: News
Screenshot tutorial available for Ocean Data Explorer
A step-by-step tutorial for the basic functions of the Ocean Data Explorer is now available to help guide new users. Continue reading
Climate Vulnerability Assessment team heads to Unalaska and St. Paul
A team of researchers examining how climate change might affect the resources of the Aleutian and Bering Sea Islands will share findings and open a dialogue with residents of Unalaska on September 18 and St. Paul on October 9. Continue reading
Changes to AOOS Research Assets Map set for Sept 1
The Research Assets map is transitioning to a new software platform. In the meantime, and interim map with a new interface will continue to provide the majority of information from the original map. Learn more. Continue reading
Western AK LCC and ACCAP seeking information on coastal projects
Working on projects in western Alaska? Contribute to to this project catalog to help document the resources and information available for the region. Continue reading
Watch footage of a glider tracking ocean acidification
This summer, two surface wave gliders, resembling yellow surfboards, are cruising around Prince William Sound in the northern Gulf of Alaska. This video, taken above and below the water, shows a deployment and how the glider moves. Continue reading
Anchorage Coastal Cleanup a Success
Volunteers from the Anchorage community picked up more than 4,000 rusty nails, 2,300 glass shards, and 850 cigarette butts as part of an international effort to improve the health of coastal ecosystems. Continue reading
New short video on Arctic change released by NAS
A new video from the National Academy of Sciences focuses on the rapid pace of Arctic change and investigates the transition to a “new normal”. The video highlights AOOS colleague Henry Huntington. Continue reading
AOOS Film Contest – make and enter a short film!
In celebration of its 10th Anniversary, AOOS is seeking short films under 10 minutes highlighting Alaska’s coast or oceans. Submit a film and be eligible for a cash prize of $1,000. Continue reading
Lend a hand during Anchorage Coastal Cleanup – June 22
Join Anchorage community members in an effort to keep our coastal environment clean! Kids and dogs welcome. Continue reading
New ocean acidification study to launch in Prince William Sound
From May-Sept, underwater gliders, transiting vessels, and a buoy will be sampling ocean acidification in the waters of Southcentral Alaska. Continue reading