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School of Ocean & Earth Science

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A community of world-leading academics, students and professionals united in our passion for Ocean and Earth Science at the University of Southampton. https://www.southampton.ac.uk/about/faculties-schools-departments/school-of-ocean-and-earth-science

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School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 6d ago

We're part of a major new EU project, SYNCHRONY, that aims to revolutionise our understanding of changes to the Southern Ocean. The Southampton team will use satellite technology and observations to better reconstruct changes in ocean circulation and sea ice. www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/08...

School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 3w ago

We’re proud to present Geology alum Professor Dame Jane Francis with the Lifetime Achievement Outstanding Alumni Award. A palaeoclimatologist and first female director of the British Antarctic Survey, Dame Jane's research has transformed understanding of environmental change in the polar regions.

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School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 3w ago

Great to receive funding from Ocean Census for @chrisgoatley.bsky.social expedition to expand sampling in the Solomon Islands, helping the team discover new species and document reef life in one of the world’s most important marine biodiversity regions.

Ocean Census@oceancensus.bsky.social · 4w ago

This year, the Ocean Census is proud to support four exceptional scientists on expeditions around the world. 🌍 From the Solomon Islands and the French Mediterranean, to the deep waters of Trinidad and Tobago and the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Meet the awardees: oceancensus.org/the-ocean-ce...

School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 3w ago

New satellite analysis of sea ice coverage shows that a ‘pause’ in Arctic winter sea ice decline seen in the early 2020s has ended. Over the 2024-25 peak winter period, the amount of sea ice fell by 5.8% - the largest drop on record. Read more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/07...

Sea ice breaking apart (credit: Izzy White)

School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 4w ago

Congratulations to all of our students graduating today. We are so proud of all you've achieved so far, and excited to see what's to come.

University of Southampton@unisouthampton.bsky.social · 4w ago

Graduation 2026 is officially underway! 🎓 Here's to the achievements, the memories, and the exciting journeys ahead. Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎉 📸 Check out some highlights from day one so far and find out more: tr.ee/8nvtga

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · last mo.

The @britsciassoc.bsky.social Festival is coming to Southampton and the programme is live 🔬 🗓️ 16–20 September 2026 🎟️ Free tickets now available Join us for one of the UK’s biggest celebrations of science, browse and book events here 👉 https://britishsciencefestival.pulse.ly/qu115wdmak

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School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · last mo.

🌋How high can a volcano throw up lava and how do eruptions work? Volcanologist Martin Mangler answers eight-year-old Thomas' question in this episode of @uk.theconversation.com Curious Kids podcast. Listen now: theconversation.com/how-high-can...

How high can a volcano throw lava up in the air?

Volcanologist Martin Mangler explains how volcanic eruptions work to push lava into the air. Listen on the The Conversation’s Curious Kids podcast.

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Mark Moore @cmarkmoore.bsky.social · 2mo ago

We are recruiting two postdocs: jobs.soton.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx...

Job Opportunity at the University of Southampton: Research Fellows in Marine Biogeochemistry

We are seeking to recruit 2 Research Fellows in Marine Biogeochemistry to undertake research into the processes controlling biological productivity and trace element supply in the Southern Ocean. Base...

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Our researchers have been awarded over €9m for three major research projects – two into corals and one on historic maritime trade. Congratulations to Prof Gavin Foster, Prof Joerg Wiedenmann and Prof Craig Lambert on their prestigious ERC Advanced Grants! Read more: tr.ee/Pmc27i

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Our scientists have uncovered new evidence from one of Earth’s most extreme ancient warming events. Molecular fossils revealed how Earth recovered from extreme global warming millions of years ago. See more: https://southampton.pulse.ly/2xaetexify

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 3mo ago

We are delighted that Professor Alberto Naveira Garabato has been elected to the Fellowship of @royalsociety.org. It is one of the highest honours a scientist can receive and recognises Alberto's immense contribution to oceanography. Find out more: https://southampton.pulse.ly/hikofge7ab

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 3mo ago

For decades Antarctica defied global warming trends - until 2015 when everything changed ❄️ New research by our academics has uncovered a "triple-whammy" of climate chaos that flipped the Southern Ocean out of balance. Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/teNc81

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Our scientists have discovered an imbalance of nutrients in seawater can cause destructive diseases in corals 🪸 Their research at the Coral Reef Lab shows it could be driving infection more than the heat stress from warming oceans. Read more👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/69vrjkwnxx

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Fin whales reduce their calls by as much as 50% during seismic surveys, our researchers have found. They are worried the surveys, which are used to find oil and gas, could impact whales' ability to communicate, navigate and forage. Find out more: https://southampton.pulse.ly/ydb45ctfop

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Gavin Foster @thefosterlab.bsky.social · 4mo ago

@zifeiyang.bsky.social has been working hard on getting laser boron isotope analysis of individual benthic forams working and I am pleased to say her paper just came out: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... . Shows that single benthics can capture the evolution of T and pH on seasonal timescales

Multipanel figure showing a comparison between instrumental observations of the water column and IFA-derived estimates of bottom water temperature (BWT) and seawater pH from C. lobatulus at WCO Site L4 (English Channel).

Gavin Foster @thefosterlab.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Ever wanted to see how a coral skeleton grows? In this paper (led by: @jtrendbio.bsky.social) www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... we use Live CT, a method of scanning live organisms using microCT, to visualise how the skeleton grew over about one month.

UoS Engagement @uosengagement.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Here's your sign! Why you need to attend the Science and Engineering Day 2026? 📅 Saturday 14 March 2026 ⏰ 10:30 – 16:30 📍Highfield Campus and Boldrewood Innovation Campus 👉 Tickets: www.sotsef.co.uk/SED 🔍 #SOTSEF #WeAreUoS #BSW26 @uosmedia.bsky.social

School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Professor Jon Copley has spoken to Sky News' Money blog about what it's like to be a marine biologist - from salaries to the reality of deep-sea expeditions and the biggest threat to our oceans. Read more 👇 news.sky.com/story/marine...

Marine biologist on salaries, tears and the one thing everyone could do to save the planet

From discovering a "garden of Eden" at the bottom of the ocean to facing the consequences of human selfishness, a marine biologist gives the Money blog an exclusive insight into the highs and lows of ...

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School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Can renewable energy and nature work together? In this video, first year PhD student Emily shares how her research explores the balance between climate targets, biodiversity, and local communities and how her PhD is helping her build skills beyond academia. youtu.be/SmlB3jG948A?...

Can Renewable Energy and Nature Work Together? | Southampton PhD

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Hundreds of millions of years ago our planet was frozen, in a state called Snowball Earth. Researchers here at Southampton have examined how the climate would have fluctuated. Read more: https://tr.pulse.ly/si1ggtin1u @gernon.bsky.social | @cgrifgeo.bsky.social | @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Our scientists have examined fossilised plankton that’s millions of years old to help predict the future of our oxygen starved oceans. They’ve found the condition of seas has a chance of improving in centuries to come. Find out more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/01...

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School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Professor John Marshall has been awarded the prestigious Polar Medal in recognition of his exploration and achievements in polar research. Listen to our podcast with John to hear more about his work and his Arctic expeditions. 🎙️Spotify - bit.ly/4rjaEC7 🎙️Apple Podcasts - bit.ly/4k0anBq

Professor John Marshall holding a drill on a mountain in the Arctic

School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 7mo ago

How do fish recognise each other? Dr Lauren Nadler talked to the BBC's Crowd Science about how and why some fish species form social groups - and the difference between a shoal and a school of fish. Listen on BBC Sounds here 👉 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

CrowdScience - Do fish know what they look like? - BBC Sounds

Are there self-aware shoals of fish drifting through our oceans?

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University of Southampton News @uosmedia.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Why do onions and chips keep washing up on England’s south coast? Our ocean and earth science expert Dr Simon Boxall explains all🧅🍟 theconversation.com/why-do-onion... @uk.theconversation.com @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social

Why do onions and chips keep washing up on England’s south coast? Here’s the science

When cargo falls into the sea, it becomes an accidental ocean currents experiment.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Our researchers (@sotonoceanearth.bsky.social) have found vast areas of densely populated deltas are sinking even faster than sea levels are rising, placing millions at risk of flooding. Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/TujCXP

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Congratulations to Professor John Marshall on his Polar Medal, recognising his decades of research in the harsh polar regions. Awarded by His Majesty King Charles III to those who have made outstanding achievements in polar research. Find out more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/01...

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School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 8mo ago

A huge congratulations to all of our 2025 graduates - it was brilliant to celebrate with you today. Wishing you all the very best for the future #WeAreUoS

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 9mo ago

60 million year old rock samples under the South Atlantic Ocean have been found to store carbon dioxide for millennia in lava rubbles. Research led by Dr Rosalind Coggon analysed drilled lavas to show how much CO₂ the rocks capture via reactions with the ocean. Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/DcXIr1

Cores of lava breccia, cemented with white calcium carbonate minerals, recovered from IODP Site.

Dr Rosalind Coggon examining cores of upper ocean crust lavas cored during IODP Expedition 390.

RV JOIDES Resolution sets sail from Cape Town for the South Atlantic Transect at the start of IODP Expedition 390.

School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Congratulations to Professor Robert Nicholls, who been included in Clarivate's 2025 Highly Cited Researcher List. The list recognises researchers with exceptional reach and influence, ranking in the top 1% of citations for their fields. Read more👇 southampton.ac.uk/.../professo....

School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 10mo ago

India's summer monsoon has been wilder and more extreme, despite overall rainfall hardly increasing. PhD candidate Ligin Joseph writes for @ConversationUK about why this is happening and its devastating impact. Read more 👇 theconversation.com/indias-monso...

India’s monsoon is becoming more extreme – even though overall rainfall has hardly increased

Wilder, not wetter: climate change means extreme downpours are becoming far more common.

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