Into the Blue Podcast
Into the Blue, a new podcast produced by the National Oceanography Centre, will dive deeper into a variety of hot topics relating to oceanography with a diverse selection of scientists who are all helping to enhance our knowledge of the ocean.
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More about givingOur enduring mission is to ‘Make Sense of Changing Seas’
The National Oceanography Centre, existing in its various forms for over six decades, is the UK’s leading ocean science charity, employing over 600 staff. It is one of the few research organisations globally that has the equipment and expertise to operate at full ocean depth.
We make sense of the changing seas, on which future human prosperity and wellbeing depend.
NOC Annual Report and Finances 2020–2021
This is our second annual report, but this last year has been anything but routine. The new NOC is taking shape, with strong governance established and new funding streams being developed. The charity is stable and well, despite the challenges of COVID-19.
View the NOC Annual Report and Finances 2020–2021The NOC provides Facilities to the UK Marine Research Community
Advances in ocean science depend on measurements in the ocean. Satellite observations provide data for the surface layer of the ocean. To penetrate beyond the surface, scientists rely on in situ physical measurements from a range of platforms, including research ships, ocean observatories, moorings, and autonomous underwater and surface vehicles.
More about FacilitiesWorld-leading innovative Science and Technology underpinning the Ocean Economy
The National Oceanography Centre is in a unique position of having world-leading multi-disciplinary scientific and technical expertise which can help unlock the economic and societal potential of the ocean across a range of industry sectors.
Working with BusinessIn the Spotlight
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Microplastics Research
Understanding the extent and implications of microplastic pollution on marine ecosystems health.
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RRS James Cook Virtual Tour
Explore one of the world’s most advanced research vessels from bridge to engine room.
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Oceanids
Our new innovative autonomous vehicles, sensors and software push the boundaries of ocean exploration (UK Govt. – Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund).
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‘Addressing marine ecosystems and food security’
A free Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) available via Future Learn.
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New study paves the way for improved nature-based coastal defences
30 January 2023Scientists from the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) have made a breakthrough discovery that could lead to significantly improved coastal defences...
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Premier of the British Virgin Islands visits NOC
27 January 2023Last week the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) was delighted to meet with the Hon Dr Natalio Wheatley, Premier of the British Virgin Islands (BVI...
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ECO Magazine launches Deep Dive series for 2023
25 January 2023Environment, Coastal & Offshore (ECO) Magazine, an international applied marine science trade publication, today announced details of its three-...
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Atmospheric warming has major implications for ocean circulation in the Mediterranean Sea
25 January 2023A leading scientist at the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) has discovered that changes taking place in the way the ocean and atmosphere interact...
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New project to enhance monitoring of critical coastal habitats
17 January 2023A new project led by the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) will unlock new capability of an innovative satellite mapping technique to enable better...
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NOC data scientist Pauline Weatherall recognised in New Year’s Honours
3 January 2023The National Oceanography Centre congratulates Pauline Weatherall who works at NOC in Liverpool on the award of an MBE for services to bathymetry (...
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