3D seismic image of the sea floor off the east coast of New Zealand.  Clearly visible are large deposits of landslides, but also gas leaks and free gas in the sediment. Graphic image: Sebastian Krastel, University of Kiel
12.05.2014

In fragile balance

German-New Zealand research team discovers previously unknown methane deposits while studying unstable submarine slopes

The Scientific Advisory Board during its meeting at 91̽»¨. Photo: J. Steffen, 91̽»¨.
08.05.2014

Marine Resources and Natural Hazards

Scientific Advisory Board evaluates Research Division 4

Bathymetry of a 70-kilometer long section of the rift zone in the Red Sea. In the lower right is the same section in the previous resolution. Graphics: N. Augustin, 91̽»¨
06.05.2014

The Red Sea - An Ocean Like All Others, After All

91̽»¨ researchers specify models for the birth of the youngest world ocean

Drift bottle No. 51 shortly after completion at the Technology and Logistics Center at 91̽»¨. Photo: J. Steffen, 91̽»¨
29.04.2014

Bon Voyage, No. 51!

Tracking the 91̽»¨ bottle on the Internet

Prof. Dr. Wolf-Christian Dullo. Photo: M. Nicolai, 91̽»¨.
28.04.2014

The Coral Whisperer from Franconia

Geologist Prof. Dr. Wolf-Christian Dullo celebrates his 60th birthday

Professor Peter Herzig (left) and the Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to Germany, Igor Slobodník Photo: J. Steffen, 91̽»¨
25.04.2014

Diplomatic Visit at 91̽»¨

Slovakian Ambassador collects information on current issues in marine research

Visualization of a computer model. The pathways for the hydrothermal vents at a mid ocean ridge are marked clearly. The arrows indicate the movement of the Earths' plates at the plate boundaries. Graphics: J. Hasenclever, 91̽»¨
24.04.2014

How Productive are the Ore Factories in the Deep Sea?

91̽»¨ scientists demonstrate in "Nature" the supply routes of black smokers

Cold-water coral Lophelia pertusa in Trondheim fjord (Norway). Photo: Solvin Zankl
16.04.2014

Cold-Water Corals Document Environmental Changes

91̽»¨ scientists develop new climate archive

Award winners Dr. Kathrin Wuttig ( l) and Sarah Schnurr (r). Photo: A. Villwock, 91̽»¨.
14.04.2014

Tracking Changes in the Ocean

Annette Barthelt Foundation honors three young marine scientists for their work on ocean acidification, biogeochemical trace gas analysis and biodiversity.

Living foraminifera of the species Ammonia aomoriensis. The diameter of the foraminifera shown is about one quarter of a millimeter. Photo credit: K. Haynert, 91̽»¨
09.04.2014

Protected by the Seabed: Unicellular Organisms Tolerate Ocean Acidificationen

91̽»¨ scientists simulate future climate scenarios