Devil’s Hole Acts As Natural Laboratory for Climate Change
BIOS scientist Rachel Parsons (Oceanic Microbial Observatory Lab Manager) is lead author on a study that looked at the microbial communities within Devil's Hole, Bermuda. Read more to learn how Devil's Hole acts as a natural laboratory for research related to climate change.
Studying the delicate balance of coral reefs
Former Princeton Environmental Institute (PEI) intern, Beth McKenna's senior thesis examines the delicate environmental balance of coral reefs.
Sewage outfall pipeline concerns
Hazardous waste from the Hamilton Seabright sewage pipeline has been contaminating the waters off South Shore beaches, according to a 2013 water-quality study — but only during rare, sustained weather patterns.
Dramatic drop in mercury levels in pregnant women
A new study has discovered a dramatic drop in the levels of mercury found in pregnant women in Bermuda in the last decade.