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WHOI examines connections between the ocean and …

WEBScientists at WHOI's Center for Human Health and the Ocean research better ways to inform the public on the origins and dangers of marine toxins

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New study takes comprehensive look at marine pollution

WEBNew study appearing in the December 3, 2020, issue of Annals of Global Health finds the marine plastics, one of several forms of ocean pollution worldwide, is increasing at a rate …

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Human Health – Harmful Algal Blooms

WEBHarmful algal blooms, are a growing problem in every U.S. coastal and Great Lakes state. While we can't prevent these blooms, monitoring programs help coastal communities …

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The Complicated Role of Iron in Ocean Health and …

WEBAnd while Martin’s hypothesis inspired 13 large iron fertilization experiments that boosted algae growth, only two demonstrated removal of carbon to the deep sea; …

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Emerging toxins – Harmful Algal Blooms

WEBToxin Causative Organism Exposure Routes Affected Areas; Spirolides: Alexandrium ostenfeldii A. peruvianum: Consumption of contaminated shellfish: Mediterranean Sea, …

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Innovative Techniques Provide New Means to Monitor …

WEBKey Takeaways. With coral reefs worldwide undergoing unprecedented stressors due to climate change and other human pressures, the application of …

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Other Freshwater HABs – Harmful Algal Blooms

WEBFreshwater harmful algal bloom taxa are comprised of algae that either create health hazards for humans and animals, or degrade aesthetic and recreational values through …

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WHOI helps lead groundbreaking study on the human and ocean …

WEBFor the first time, leading researchers from the fields of healthcare, ocean science, and social science have collaborated to quantify plastic's considerable risks to …

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Conflict of Interest for Public Health Service Agencies (NIH, CDC, …

WEBResearchers, who are funded by a Public Health Services Agency (PHS) (see 42 C.F.R. §50.603) must comply with detailed, strict financial conflict of interest regulations. The …

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Radiation Health Risks – Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

WEBThe ability to gauge radiation at vanishingly low concentrations gives scientists a powerful tool for understanding ocean processes. “We can measure down to …

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Vitamin B12 adaptability in Antarctic algae has implications for

WEBThe discovery that P. antarctica has the ability to adapt to minimal vitamin B12 availability turns out to be true for many other species of algae that were also …

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Study Examines the Impact of Coral Chemical Compounds on Reef

WEBHere’s the caffeine connection. For the study, researchers collected exudates from six species of Caribbean benthic organisms in a lab setting, using …

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Experts Explore the Ocean-Human Health Link

WEBEleonora Van Sitteren Guest Student, Lindell Lab I work with the Lindell Lab group at WHOI on a selective breeding program with sugar kelps. These can be used as …

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How is human health impacted by marine plastics

WEBEach year, an estimated 8 million tons of bags, bottles, discarded fishing gear, and other plastic waste enters the ocean. It’s a problem that threatens the health …

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10 Healthy Lifestyle Goals WS

WEBTen Lifestyle Goals for Healthy Living 1. Get adequate rest daily - People with the best health and longevity get at least 7 to 8 hours of sleep daily.

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The globally distributed genus Alexandrium: Multifaceted …

WEBThe globally distributed genus Alexandrium: Multifaceted roles in marine ecosystems and impacts on human health Donald d M. Andersona,*, Tilman J. Alpermannb, Allan D. …

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WHOI Mental Health Employee Resource Group (ERG)

WEBMISSION. The WHOI Mental Health ERG acts to strengthen mental health awareness at WHOI through open, positive, and inclusive dialogue; to improve access to and …

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Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

WEBHealth Savings Accounts (HSA) Long-term care (LTC) insurance, Healthcare continuation coverage (such as coverage under COBRA), Healthcare coverage while receiving …

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