New study shows importance of February upwelling to fish, seabirds

A new study led by OSU's Bryan Black has found that mini-pulses of February upwelling have an amazingly strong correlation with rockfish growth and seabird nesting success.

Harmful algal blooms on rise globally, but Oregon monitoring at risk

The recent closure of razor clamming along much of Oregon's coast has cast a spotlight once again on "harmful algal blooms," which scientists say are increasing globally.

Abrupt shift to summer masks record-setting dampness of early June

Weather conditions shifted abruptly to summer in recent days, but not until Portland had set an all-time record for June rainfall, and several cities logged one-day records June 2-3.

Study finds homebound Ad'elie penguins adaptable to change

A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy finds that penguins will indeed march - when environmental change throws their preferred habitat into disarray.

Invasive "tunicate" appears in Oregon's coastal waters

An invasive aquatic invertebrate, on the list of most dangerous species for Oregon, has been found in Winchester Bay and Coos Bay. It poses economic and environmental risks.

Veterinarians seek causes of human disease using aquatic models

The OSU College of Agricultural Sciences is working with recent U.S. veterinary school graduates on the study of human diseases and birth defects using fish models.

OSU scientists to study whale-deterring sounds

OSU scientists will begin testing a low-power acoustic device to see if it will be effective in preventing migrating gray whales from entering areas that soon may have wave energy platforms and cables.

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