Huge bad luck for Russian polar research
The nuclear-powered freighter “Sevmorput” off Angola will not be able to fulfil its transport order to supply modules for the new polar station “Vostok”.
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Fossil skull turns seal evolution upside down
The discovery of fossil seal skulls in New Zealand sheds new light on the evolution of seals, especially Antarctic species.
Surfin’ USA – Walrus ancestors roamed Californian coast
Fossil finds have shown to US researchers that ancestors of walruses once lived on the beaches of California.
“Sentinel 6” on the road for climate change
The research satellite “Sentinel-6” is intended to observe the oceans of the earth and accurately map and document the impacts of climate change.
Wandering albatros feel upwind
Since time immemorial, legends and myths have been swirling around the wandering albatross. Today, the largest seabird is doing well. Because of climate change.
Blue whales rediscover South Georgia
An international team has investigated the sightings of blue whales around South Georgia and determined their return.
