ocean currents
Coverage of ocean currents in the Nexus archive.
- Mysterious ‘cold blob’ in Atlantic is a sign of weakening ocean currents — and could lead to cooler climates in our future: scientists
A mysterious 'cold blob' in the Atlantic is linked to weakening ocean currents, which scientists warn could lead to cooler climates in the future.
- New discovery upends an 80-year-old theory of turbulence
Researchers discovered a method to reverse energy flow in turbulence, challenging an 80-year-old theory. The breakthrough could improve ocean current control, medical technologies, and climate forecasting.
- Antarctica is melting from BELOW: Deep-ocean heat is marching closer to the fragile ice shelves, study warns
A study warns that Antarctica's ice shelves are melting from below as deep-ocean heat moves closer, threatening the stability of the fragile ice structures. The research highlights the growing risk of accelerated ice loss due to warming ocean currents.
- How to prevent the Gulf Stream from collapsing? CLOSE the Bering Strait, experts say
Experts suggest closing the Bering Strait to prevent the collapse of the Gulf Stream, a critical ocean current affecting global climate patterns. The proposal highlights concerns over climate change impacts on ocean circulation systems.
- AI just revealed ocean currents we’ve never been able to see
A new AI-driven method called GOFLOW uses weather satellite images to create detailed maps of previously unobservable ocean currents, aiding in understanding climate, marine ecosystems, and carbon storage. The method leverages existing satellites, offering a cost-effective solution.