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February 21, 2017 GoMRI eNews
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Researchers measured polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) concentrations in water collected near the Deepwater Horizon site to understand how sinking particles, such as marine snow, influence the residence time of PAHs in the upper ocean.
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As the Deepwater Horizon oil spill unfolded, there were concerns that the Loop Current might transport oil out of the Gulf to the Florida Keys and up the eastern seaboard. This possibility highlighted the need for quick predictions of oceanic flows and subsurface hydrocarbon distribution during and after a spill.
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Pennsylvania State University scientists analyzed images of impacted and non-impacted deep sea corals to characterize their symbiotic relationship with brittle stars and determine if brittle stars influenced coral recovery from the Deepwater Horizon spill.
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Scientists developed a new model to predict how much oil from a spill might bind to sediments or organic matter in the water column. The model, A-DROP, introduces a formula that accounts for oil stabilization by particles, particle hydrophobicity, and oil-particle size ratio.
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Posted on February 18, 2016
The Ixtoc I blowout happened in the Bay of Campeche over thirty-five years ago, so why are scientists studying this spill now? Because understanding what happened to Ixtoc I oil may help predict if and how Deepwater Horizon oil will degrade, persist, and impact northern Gulf of Mexico ecosystems over the next few decades.
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Posted on February 17, 2015
Scientists at the Hamburg University of Technology conducted high-pressure biodegradation experiments simulating conditions at the Deepwater Horizon site.
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Posted on February 21, 2014
It was a tall order, but high school students rose to the challenge: they integrated physics, engineering, and scientific curiosity and created functional data-gathering drifters.
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Study Examines Trends and Gaps in Oil Spill Literature
An in-depth survey of the oil spill literature since 1968: Long term trends and changes since Deepwater Horizon. Murphy, D.; Gemmell, B.; Vaccari, L.; Li, C.; Bacosa, H.; Evans, M.; Gemmell, C.; Harvey, T.; Jalali, M.; Niepa, T.H.R. Marine Pollution Bulletin, Volume 113, Issues 1–2, 15 December 2016, Pages 371–379
Study Investigates Hurricane Isaac's Impact on Ocean Surface Currents
Hurricane-induced ocean waves and stokes drift and their impacts on surface transport and dispersion in the Gulf of Mexico. Curcic, M.; Chen, S.S.; Ozgokmen, T.M. Geophysical Research Letters, Volume 43, Issue 6, 28 March 2016, Pages 2773–2781
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Total Suspended Solids in situ data, northern Gulf of Mexico, Mobile Bay river plume, March-April 2016 -- data link
Dataset for: A platform for retaining native morphology at sub-second time scales in cryogenic transmission electron microscopy -- data link
Microbial degradation of crude oil at high pressure -- data link
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GoMRI RFP-V: 3D Gulf Circulation and Biogeochemical Processes - Profiling Float & Ocean Model (Shay)
Project is lead by P.I. Lynn K. (Nick) Shay, University of Miami
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Screenscope "Sizzle" Gives Sneak Peak into 2nd GoMRI Documentary
A sequel to the Emmy Award-winning documentary “Dispatches From The Gulf - 2” shares remarkable stories about the scientists studying the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill and their discoveries. View the film here and read more about "Dispatches From the Gulf" here.
Attendee Surveys for 2017 Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill & Ecosystem Science Conference
Please check your email for two short surveys, one about the conference program and another about the conference hotel. Your feedback will help shape the 2018 conference!
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ACER Prepares Year of Outreach Activities
The consortium outreach team spent their January organizing various programs in casual settings that will help communicate ACER science to the public in a fun and straightforward way. See the ACER events calendar for upcoming activities!
CRGC Releases Photos from Plaquemines Parish Tour
The CRGC team and Technical Advisory Committee members recently visited their partners at the Plaquemines Community C.A.R.E. Centers Foundation and Plaquemines Medical Center for a tour of the parish. These parish organizations and their Community Health Workers are working to improve overall health care capacity and enhance community resilience.
CWC Researchers Use GoPros to Monitor Land Loss
A recent blog post describes how consortium scientists Giovanna McClenachan and R. Eugene Turner used GoPro® cameras to photograph a study site at two-hour intervals during four- to six-week periods between August 2014 and September 2015. Read about their findings here and check out the resulting time-lapse video!
DROPPS Hosts and Participates in Community Response Meeting
The quarterly South Texas Coastal Zone Area Committee Meeting is an opportunity for response community members to discuss recent activities and update area contingency plans. DROPPS’ Zhanfei Liu presented on petroleum hydrocarbon analysis and Sarah Cosgrove and Lalitha Asirvadam volunteered to participate in future workgroups, hoping to continue bridging the gap between science and response.
ECOGIG Opens Registrations for 2017 Ocean Discovery Camp
The camp is a unique approach to marine science and ocean conservation issues that uses hands-on exploration, projects, and crafts to help students ages 11 – 14 learn about marine science technology and experience the thrill of scientific discovery. This year’s camp will take place July 10 – 14 at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel. Register your student now! Scholarships available.
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