The Ocean Studies Board (OSB) is the focal point within the National Academies for ocean-related science, engineering, and policy issues. The OSB explores the science, policies, and infrastructure ...

Humankind is inextricably dependent on the ocean. Many of our greatest civilizations have thrived on the rim of the ocean. Today, we are more reliant than ever on the ocean for our economic, social ...

On the first day of Falkor (too)'s Atlantic crossing, everyone's sea legs are well and truly put to the test. Rough seas make for some difficult days ahead, but also some spectacular photos. View from ...

The new decade will continue to see transformations in the world’s ocean, and thus ocean science research must also transform, using new technologies, increasing the ability to forecast future changes ...