By gaining a deeper knowledge of the ocean, we help every living thing on our planet flourish
As we grow into the role of an independent research organisation, we have evolved our brand to tell a more compelling, differentiating story with clarity of purpose and a distinctive look that takes inspiration from the ocean to enthuse, engage and enrol. Our aim at NOC is to build a world where everyone feels empowered and inspired to help our oceans thrive.
Introduction to the new NOC brandBe part of the community shaping our ocean’s future
Get involvedInto the Blue Podcast
Into the Blue, a new podcast produced by the National Oceanography Centre, will dive deeper into a variety of hot topics relating to oceanography with a diverse selection of scientists who are all helping to enhance our knowledge of the ocean.
Watch or listen to the podcastsNOC Annual Report and Finances
In our latest Annual Report and Financial Statements, we share the great success stories as the UK’s leading marine research charity, building a world where everyone feels empowered and inspired to help the Ocean thrive.
Read the NOC Annual Report and Finances (pdf)The NOC provides Facilities to the UK Marine Research Community
Advances in ocean science depend on measurements in the ocean. Satellite observations provide data for the surface layer of the ocean. To penetrate beyond the surface, scientists rely on in situ physical measurements from a range of platforms, including research ships, ocean observatories, moorings, and autonomous underwater and surface vehicles.
More about FacilitiesWorld-leading innovative Science and Technology underpinning the Ocean Economy
The National Oceanography Centre is in a unique position of having world-leading multi-disciplinary scientific and technical expertise which can help unlock the economic and societal potential of the ocean across a range of industry sectors.
Working with BusinessIn the Spotlight
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Marine Geohazards
Underwater phenomena including: landslides, volcanic eruptions, turbidity currents and tsunamis; these represent a threat to humans and the environment.
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RRS Discovery Virtual Tour
Explore one of the world’s most advanced research vessels from bridge to engine room.
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FLAME
Aims to establish a Global Coastal Ocean Model Intercomparison Programme that will provide climate change impacts and hazard assessments to future IPCC reports.
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Online Learning
A free Ocean Science in Action educational video course.
News
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Leading scientists reach milestone anniversary researching the AMOC to better understand climate change
28 March 2024Scientists from the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) have set sail on NOC's world-leading research vessel RRS Discovery. This is NOC's...
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Explore Ocean Science at the Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition
25 March 2024The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) and other leading UK marine scientists will be at the Summer Science Exhibition, the Royal Society’s...
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New partnership for training the next generation of mathematical climate scientists
21 March 2024The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) has been announced as a major partner in a new £16 million centre for doctoral training (CDT). The...
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Scientist Spotlight – Meet Marine Biogeochemist Dr Chelsey Baker
8 March 2024Our Marine Systems Modelling scientists are developing innovative, state-of-the-art models and use these tools to better understand and predict...
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State-of-the-art underwater robots to play crucial role in weather forecasting
5 March 2024The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) and the Met Office are collaborating to gather data which will improve the accuracy of weather forecasting...
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European summer weather may be predictable months to years in advance
28 February 2024A study by the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) has discovered a chain of events that leads to hotter and drier European summers. This means...
Latest Publications
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The UK Storm Surges of 2023
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Computed Laminography for the study of biogenic structures in sediment cores: A step between two- and three-dimensional...
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A redox switch allows binding of Fe(II) and Fe(III) ions in the cyanobacterial iron-binding protein FutA from Prochlorococcus
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Drivers of Laptev Sea interannual variability in salinity and temperature