Blogging from the equatorial Pacific Ocean, researchers aboard R/V Sikuliaq are providing a day-by-day account of their work to make high temporal and spatial resolution observations of oceanic velocity, density, and microstructure. Follow the field campaign.

Join Oceanographer Jim Thomson to learn why and how he studies ocean waves and turbulence. He describes the capabilities of microSWIFT buoys to provide data on wave conditions, sea surface temperature, and GPS location.

Many Laboratory researchers serve as contributors and editors for this annual report on Puget Sound and Washington coast physical, chemical, and biological marine conditions based on comprehensive observing programs.

A Laboratory marine energy conversion system passed its greatest endurance test yet. The turbine-lander generated electricity for thousands of hours by harvesting tidal power in Sequim Bay, Washington.

New + noteworthy clinical trial results of the investigational device and therapies that, as an alternative to surgery, fragment and facilitate the clearance of small, asymptomatic renal stones.

The Laboratory celebrates the launch of the One Island One Ocean 14-month, 27,000-mile expedition to circumnavigate North and South America. We are partnering in scientific observations of the coastal zone from the equator to high latitudes and are supporting community outreach and education events in dozens of ports. Follow along!