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Research Update Novel method reveals small microplastics throughout Japan’s subtropical ocean Samples taken from the ocean surrounding the subtropical island of Okinawa have revealed the presence of microplastics in all six areas surveyed, finds new study. 23 December 2020
Research Update Plants and bacteria: Investigating symbiotic relationships in the wild Carnivorous and aquatic plants provide great models for answering questions about the natural world, says new OIST ecologist Prof. David Armitage. 07 December 2020
Research Update Losing flight had huge benefits for ants, finds new study Researchers have taken detailed scans of worker ants to examine the hypothesis that the loss of flight is directly connected to the evolution of strength. 19 October 2020
Research Update OIST marine scientist allied to prestigious coral reef center One of OIST’s distinguished marine scientists, Professor Timothy Ravasi, has been invited to work alongside researchers from the world’s pre-eminent center in coral reef research. 29 September 2020
Research Update Remote islands: stepping stones to understanding evolution Scientists combine new scientific techniques to test old theories on how evolution occurs on remote islands. 17 July 2020
Research Update Gel, masks, and face shields: Researchers use specific skills to help Okinawa With the number of COVID-19 cases in Okinawa on the rise, OIST researchers are looking at how they can help the local community. 20 April 2020
Research Update Warming Seas: Climate Change’s Toll on Tropical Fish Researchers study behavioral and physiological effects of marine heatwaves on wild fish in a short period of time. 18 March 2020
Research Update These feet were made for walking A little-studied human foot arch is important for walking and running, finds new study. 26 February 2020