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Posted: 28 May 2021
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-...
Posted: 24 May 2021
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...
Posted: 24 May 2021
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...
Posted: 19 May 2021
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...
Posted: 14 May 2021
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...
Posted: 10 May 2021
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...
Posted: 5 May 2021
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...