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science1 year ago

"Antarctica's Female Scientists Face Predators in the Name of Science"

Women scientists in Antarctica, including geologist Jane Willenbring, have faced sexual harassment and assault, with a recent report revealing that 59% of women at US Antarctic Program field stations experienced such mistreatment. Willenbring's experiences with her former advisor, David Marchant, shed light on the pervasive issue. Additionally, the Homeward Bound leadership program for women in science and technology also faced allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct during an expedition to Antarctica. Despite these challenges, efforts are being made to improve safety and foster a supportive environment for women in scientific research.

via WIRED|
#antarctica#leadership-program#research-expedition
science1 year ago

"Maine Scientist Unveils 4 New Deep-Sea Octopus Species"

Dr. Beth Orcutt, a scientist from Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Science, co-led research expeditions that discovered four new species of deep-sea octopus, two of which brood their eggs in hydrothermal springs off the coast of Costa Rica. The discoveries were made during expeditions in June and December, using a remotely operated vehicle to explore the Pacific Ocean's depths. The findings contribute to a better understanding of the deep sea and highlight the need for international collaboration to protect these environments, especially in the face of potential deep-sea mining activities.

via Press Herald|
#deep-sea-octopus#hydrothermal-springs#marine-biology
environment1 year ago

"Antarctic Ice Melt Accelerates: New Zealand Expedition Uncovers Alarming Signs"

A team of New Zealand and Italian scientists returned from a two-month expedition in Antarctica's Ross Sea, reporting worrying evidence of rapidly melting ice and substantial changes in the Southern Ocean. They found dramatic decreases in ice coverage, record lows in surrounding ice, and shifts in the amount of salty and oxygenated water reaching deeper ocean areas. The implications include coastal city reconfigurations due to rising sea levels, impacts on marine ecosystems and weather systems, and the urgent need for further research to inform forecasting models and government planning.

via RNZ|
#antarctic-ice-melt#climate-change#environment
science-and-nature1 year ago

"Explorers Uncover Largest Anaconda Species in Amazon Expedition"

Explorers and researchers have identified the green anaconda as two separate species — the northern green anaconda and southern green anaconda — after genetic data revealed a 5.5% difference between them. The northern green anaconda, found in Colombia, Ecuador, and other regions, can reach larger sizes and is distinct from its southern relative. The discovery was made during an expedition with National Geographic and the Waorani indigenous people in the Amazon, highlighting the region's biodiversity and the threats it faces from deforestation, habitat degradation, and oil spills.

via Fox News|
#amazon#anaconda#genetic-diversity
science-and-environment1 year ago

"Search Vehicle Lost in Antarctica's 'Doomsday Glacier' Expedition"

An unmanned underwater vehicle named Ran, on a mission to study the Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica, has disappeared without a trace. The vehicle, equipped with advanced technology and sensors, was exploring the "Doomsday Glacier" to gather crucial data about the melting ice and its potential impact on global sea levels. Despite extensive search efforts, including the use of acoustic search equipment, helicopters, and drones, the vehicle remains lost beneath the ice. The research team is not optimistic about finding Ran but is grateful for the data it collected and aims to replace it in the future.

via Newsweek|
#antarctica#climate-change#research-expedition