Scripps Institution of Oceanography

🌏 More than 10,500 new students joined the UC San Diego family this fall and hit the ground running, eager to impact the local and campus community ­and beyond. One of those stellar students is Olivia K Pierce, a third-year transfer student in the Environmental Systems program who is studying in the Ecology, Behavior, and Evolution track. She'll be diving into the world of ocean and environmental science, ready to tackle the most pressing challenges facing our planet. With her passion for the planet and dedication to discovery, we're excited to see how she'll make waves in the field! Meet Olivia and some fellow new Tritons below. ⬇️

Renowned biologist and professor Jeffrey I. Gordon has been selected by Scripps Oceanography as the recipient of the 2024 Nierenberg Prize for Science in the Public Interest! 🎉🔬 Often referred to as the “father of microbiome research,” Gordon leads transformative research that is furthering the understanding of human health and how it is shaped by the gut microbiome, or the collection of microbes that reside in the human gut. The public is invited to attend the Nierenberg award ceremony and presentation from Gordon in a free event on Oct. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Great Hall on the UC San Diego campus. Gordon’s presentation will discuss how he and other researchers are testing the hypothesis that childhood undernutrition is causally related to perturbations in the normal development of the gut microbiome. Childhood undernutrition is a devastating global health problem with long-term effects that remain resistant to current therapeutic interventions. Learn more about Gordon’s research and RSVP in advance: https://bit.ly/3zJJrmW

🌊 From marine biology to biotech! 🌱 Meet Scott Rapoport, who earned his PhD from Scripps Oceanography in 2003 and is now leading the charge on revolutionizing in vitro fertilization (IVF). Driven by personal experiences, Scott's journey began with a love for the ocean and a passion for blending engineering with marine biology. Now, he's channeling that dedication into a startup that could change the future of IVF. 💡 Outside the lab? You’ll find him cycling, surfing, and enjoying life in sunny San Diego with his family. Learn more about Scott: https://lnkd.in/gYDsvztF

Major milestone in climate education 🌎🌟 Starting this fall, UC San Diego is launching the Jane Teranes Climate Change Education Requirement (JTCCER), an initiative designed to ensure that undergraduates across all majors are equipped to understand and address climate change. This new graduation requirement is the first of its kind at a major public university and the first within the University of California system. Named in memory of the late Jane Teranes, a beloved teaching professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography and advocate for climate education, the program honors her legacy by preparing the next generation of leaders to confront one of the world’s greatest challenges. To meet the JTCCER, all incoming first-year undergraduates will complete a one-quarter course from a list of more than 40 approved options, including 12 offered by Scripps Oceanography. With course titles spanning "California Politics," "Literature and the Environment," "Natural Disasters," and more, students can choose a class that fits their interests and major requirements—without adding to their overall workload. 📚 Learn more about this transformative initiative and how it’s shaping the future of climate education at UC San Diego: https://lnkd.in/g4s9Hfht #TritonPride #ClimateChange #HigherEd

Cheers to a new academic year! ✏️ 🍎 🎓 🌊 🔬 Today is the first day of classes at UC San Diego and we're thrilled to welcome both new and returning students to campus. We'd love to hear your advice and encouragement for these incredible students, so share your knowledge and inspiration in the comments!

The Scripps Postdoctoral Scholar Award program is now accepting applicants for its 2025 cohort! 🌎 This two-year #postdoctoral opportunity is designed for PhDs pursuing research in earth, ocean, and atmospheric sciences. Awards are competitive with a major emphasis on independent, creative research. 🗓️ Apply by Oct. 25, 2024. Learn more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g55YHQcs

Meet Steffaney Wood, a fifth-year PhD student at Scripps specializing in marine chemical biology. 🔬 Her research focuses on harmful algal blooms caused by Pseudo-nitzschia—a type of algae that produces a potent neurotoxin. These blooms can contaminate seafood, poison marine mammals, and threaten human health. “Fieldwork is always a pleasant reminder of why I love what I do, and during a toxic bloom, I'm reminded of how important research is,” said Steffaney. Learn more about her research and path to science in our latest student spotlight: https://lnkd.in/d5qHG9Zj

Headed to Climate Week NYC? Scripps Oceanography climate scientist Ralph Keeling is leading a free event on Sept. 25 to discuss how long-term climate observations are essential for tracking the effectiveness of climate solutions and for guiding climate policies. Join us in person or virtually! ➡️ Register here: https://lnkd.in/eDKG-xWm #ClimateWeekNYC

For #ThrowbackThursday, we're throwing it all the way back to August 10, 1915! Here we can see a team hard at work on the construction of the original #ScrippsPier, which would be completed the following year. Curious to learn more about this historic research pier? Dive into the fascinating history here: https://lnkd.in/g4DpbC5v 📸 This photo is a part of the UC San Diego Library Milo Woodbridge Williams Photographs collection.

🌊🔬 Did you know that Scripps Institution of Oceanography is home to 124 postdoctoral scholars? From exploring the depths of our oceans to uncovering the mysteries of the atmosphere, they’re making waves in marine biology, earth science, and beyond! 🐋🌍 For National Postdoc Appreciation Week (happening now), we spoke with five postdoctoral scholars to learn more about their invaluable contributions to research happening here at Scripps. Dive into their work. ⬇️ #NPAW2024