Scripps Institution of Oceanography
A department of UC San Diego, Scripps Institution of Oceanography is one of the oldest, largest, and most important centers for ocean, earth and atmospheric science research, education, and public service in the world.
Everything You Wanted to Know About Red Tides
A red tide offshore Southern California is bringing a spectacular display of bioluminescence to beaches at night. From glowing waves seen at several San Diego beaches to swirls of electric blue light stirred by dolphins gliding through the water off Newport Beach, photos and videos of the phenomenon are making the rounds on social media. But what is the science behind this natural light show?
Pier Cam | Scripps Institution of Oceanography
The Scripps Pier Live Cam managed by Scripps' Coastal Ocean Observing Lab provides high-definition live streaming video from a piling of Scripps Pier at about ~4 meters (13 feet) depth.. Watch closely to see the difference between floating organic bits and mysid shrimp zooming by. Get lucky and see a school of top smelt, a curious lobster, or even a leopard shark or bat ray!
Research Internships - Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Summer Research Opportunities . Scripps Institution of Oceanography offers a variety of summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) programs.
Master's Programs - Scripps Institution of Oceanography
The Department of Scripps Institution of Oceanography offers instruction leading to Master of Science (M.S.) degrees in oceanography, marine biology, and earth sciences. The M.S. degree is for those who have an interest in studying a specific area of …
Jobs at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Interested in working for Scripps Oceanography? We currently have a number of job openings and career opportunities available for academics, staff, researchers, and more. The mission of Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is to understand and protect the planet by investigating our ...
Research | Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Humankind faces unprecedented changes in climate patterns, sea level, ocean acidity, ecosystems, and more. Scientists at Scripps Institution of Oceanography leverage expertise in marine and atmospheric science with engineering, policy, social science, and business to build interdisciplinary partnerships to advance climate change science and test adaptation solutions.
About Us - Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Understanding and Protecting the Planet Since 1903. Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is one of the most important centers for global earth science research and education in the world.
Undergraduate Education - Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Undergraduate Majors and Minors. As a department of UC San Diego, Scripps Institution of Oceanography offers degrees, minors, and more than 45 undergraduate courses covering a breadth of earth and marine sciences on a variety of different levels.. There are several introductory classes for non-majors, as well as upper-division courses intended for students in natural science majors.
Doctoral Programs - Scripps Institution of Oceanography
The Scripps Institution of Oceanography PhD program is organized into three separate academic programs. Each is responsible for all graduate educational activities in its area, including teaching, advising, and examining. Prospective PhD students will apply directly to one or more. The ...