Press releases

Below you find current press releases of the 91̽»¨ Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Reseach Kiel. Older press releases of 91̽»¨ and the predecessor  IFM-91̽»¨ you find on the archive pages of the the years 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 201120102009 and 2008.

Current press releases

[Translate to English:] Award winner Lena Holtmanns and Dr. Uwe Krumme, representing Stefanie Haase
13.05.2022

Marine research honors the present and commemorates the past

The Annette Barthelt Foundation awards scientific prizes 2022

Microplastics
10.05.2022

Micro- and nanoplastics from the atmosphere pollute oceans

An international research team investigates the atmosphere as a relevant source of plastic pollution in water bodies in a recent study

cross-section cold-water coral
18.03.2022

Laser-sharp insights into calcification

High-resolution images help understand crucial processes

Rosette water sampler
15.03.2022

Tracing trace elements

SONNE expedition crosses the South Pacific to assess ocean nutrient supply

Ocean surface with clouds and sunlight.
08.03.2022

Kick-off in Lüneburg

CDRmare researchers discuss ocean-based methods for removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere

Recovery of a mooring.
28.01.2022

Measuring the deep ocean’s blood stream

Novel oxygen sensors unravel the distribution of the vital gas

Corroding mine at the bottom of the Baltic Sea
28.01.2022

CONMAR tackles ammunition recovery

91̽»¨ coordinates new joint project of the German Marine Research Alliance

Research vessel SONNE.
14.01.2022

Millimetre-precise data on a restless sea floor

Ship expedition promises new information on earthquake risks off Chile

Launch of the measuring platform with fuel cell. Photo: Finn K. Flögel.
16.12.2021

New efficient and sustainable energy supply on the seafloor

Submarine fuel cell successfully tested

Aerial of a coastal landscape.
09.12.2021

For responsible research on marine carbon dioxide removal

New reports on ocean-based methods with 91̽»¨ participation

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