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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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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Science bursary empowers International students with world-leading mentorship
15 February 2024The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is delighted to once again be hosting the collaborative West P&I Science Bursary to empower students and...
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Scientist Spotlight – Explore the microscopic ocean world with Dr Elena García-Martín
9 February 2024Phytoplankton are microscopic organisms including bacteria, algae and animals that drift with the ocean currents. Although tiny, they play a very...
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Ocean temperatures are reaching new highs
8 February 2024New data revealed that sea surface temperatures (SST) have already exceeded the record highs of 2023. Commenting on the news, Dr Joel Hirschi...
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New paper reveals how and why the North Atlantic absorbs CO2
2 February 2024New research led by the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) has shown a significant time difference in the rate of particles sinking to the bottom...
Latest Publications
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Biogeochemistry of greenhouse gases in coastal upwelling systems: Processes and sensitivity to global change
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A multi-platform guidance, navigation and control system for the autosub family of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles
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Standards and Open Access are the ICOS Pillars: Reply to “Comments on ‘The Integrated Carbon Observation...
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Quantifying numerical mixing in a tidally forced global eddy-permitting ocean model