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This week, the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) publish its first Annual Review as a charitable company limited by guarantee. From 1 November 2019 the NOC began operation as an independent self-governing organisation, with the freedoms needed to develop further as a world-class research…
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A new report, published last week by Ulster Wildlife, highlights the importance of Northern Ireland’s coastal and marine habitats in helping to tackle the climate and nature crises, and achieve net zero greenhouse targets. The report entitled ‘Blue Carbon Habitat Restoration in NI Feasibility Study…
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A2KUI having a solo swim in Loch Ness
Engineers from the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) are trialling new, state-of-the-art robot submarines in Loch Ness to pave the way for safer and more cost-efficient offshore operations. The latest phase of Oceanids – a programme with several industry partnerships which aims to put the UK at…
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Marine Planning Facilities portal: RRS Discovery, RRS James Cook and RV Sarmiento de Gamboa at work on a collaborative expedition
The NOC is working on a global research project with teams from NASA Oceans and WHOI (Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution) to assist the NASA-led EXPORTS programme and WHOI’s Ocean Twilight Zone project. Scientists from NASA have headed out on the NOC-operated RRS Discovery to the Porcupine…
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3D render of bathymetry of the Anak Krakatau megablocks facing NE at the landslide
For the first time, scientists have been able to study the deposits of a volcanic island landslide-tsunami immediately after the incident with the benefit of modern acoustic equipment.Dr James Hunt from the National Oceanography Centre (NOC), in partnership with Professor Dave Tappin from the…
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Glasgow Science Centre's online festival is happening 19–21 May 2021
We are pleased to be a part of the upcoming 'Curious About' digital festival from the amazing Glasgow Science Centre. Their online festival celebrates the innovative spirit in us all and how that spirit can change the world. Discover how technology and innovation are being used to solve global…
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To celebrate World Oceans Day on 8 June 2021 the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is providing a free digital day of educational talks, hot-topic discussions and virtual tours, which will replace our usual on-site Open Day. Our team of speakers are excited to share their latest science and…