Scientists report first remote, underwater detection of harmful algae, toxins
Tuesday, July 14, 2009 - 15:49
in Earth & Climate
Scientists at NOAA's National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science and the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) have successfully conducted the first remote detection of a harmful algal species and its toxin below the ocean's surface. The achievement was recently reported in the June issue of Oceanography.
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