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🌊 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐟𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐂𝐎₂ 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! From collecting tiny plankton that help regulate Earth's carbon cycle to testing innovative thermal imaging technology for whale detection, the SurfCO₂ expedition continues to reveal how interconnected our ocean really is. This week, our scientists studied microscopic organisms that play a key role in the ocean’s ability to absorb CO₂, while marine mammal observers are monitoring whale hotspots and evaluating new tools to help prevent ship strikes. Curious what else happens on board the RV Anna Weber-van Bosse over the coming days? Follow the expedition blog at https://lnkd.in/eZ3Jf4KS and stay up to date with the latest discoveries from sea 🌍🌊 NIOZ Ocean Systems department NIOZ National Marine Facilities