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December 11, 2025

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For two billion years, the ocean was oxygen-less. A new WHOI study analyzing ancient sediments reveals when that all changed. Plus, read how reef scientists are taking a holistic approach to treating sick corals, and rethink your salads with these delectable seaweeds. Welcome aboard!

WHOI scientists learn about the origins of O2 in the sea

When the sea learned to breathe

A WHOI-led study reveals how oxygen first reached Earth’s ocean

Reef Rx: Using human health protocols to diagnose coral reefs

Reef Rx

WHOI’s Reef Solutions team uses human health protocols to find and aid ailing reefs

Edible seaweed downloadable guide

Ocean Learning Hub

Edible seaweeds

Sustainable and packed with flavor? Download our graphic to learn about delicious varieties of sea lettuce!

All aboard the Polar (Research) Express

With Santa & Mrs. Claus riding in Alvin, our float picks up another first-place award at the annual Falmouth Christmas Parade

WHOI picks up another First-Place award at the Falmouth Christmas Parade

WHOI in the News

The New York Times

Dodging icebergs and storms on the hunt for an ocean tipping point

CBC

Breath samples collected by drone hold clues to health of North Atlantic right whales

ON&T

WHOI selected by NASA to investigate ocean worlds and their organic carbon cycles

Live Science

Are biodegradable plastics really worth the hype?

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