Antarctic

The Southern Ocean, also known as the Antarctic Ocean, comprises the southernmost waters of the world ocean, generally taken to be south of 60° S latitude and encircling Antarctica.

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Spring atmospheric circulation shift amplifies Antarctic summer sea-ice extremes - EurekAlert!

Meltwater is causing Antarctic glaciers to flow faster toward the ocean - EurekAlert!

Scientists found stardust trapped in Antarctic ice. What could it tell us about our solar system?

Scientists identify hidden accelerant in Antarctic ice loss - EurekAlert!

Earth is flying through ancient supernova debris and scientists found the evidence in Antarctic ice

Mesmerizing vortexes swirl near an Antarctic volcano | Space photo of the day for May 12, 2026

Scientists just uncovered a 3 million-year climate mystery in Antarctic ice

Trump seeks to jump-start long-planned Antarctic research icebreaker

Study explains Antarctic sea ice growth and sudden decline - EurekAlert!

Swiss science seeks answers to climate change in Antarctic ice

Climate models are likely overestimating how much Antarctic ice sheets could contribute to sea level rise. Ice sheet simulations, a recent study showed, don’t fully account for the way supporting bedrock rebounds upward when ice above shrinks. This effect could slow melting by up to 20%.

Record-breaking Antarctic drill reveals 23 million years of climate history - EurekAlert!

Record-breaking sediment core may help predict Antarctic ice loss - EurekAlert!

Weakening ice shelf has caused crucial Antarctic glacier to accelerate

H5N1 causes die-off of Antarctic skuas, a seabird - EurekAlert!

Unexpected climate feedback links Antarctic ice sheet with reduced carbon uptake - EurekAlert!

AMS Science Preview: Volcanic rain, dust storms, and unstable Antarctic air - EurekAlert!

A delicate Antarctic balance crucial to global climate - EurekAlert!

Mission for ancient climate clues beneath Antarctic ice gets underway - EurekAlert!

U.S. withdraws last dedicated research ship from Antarctica: Scientists said the loss hinders their work and diminishes America’s leading presence on the continent. The NSF said it continues to support Antarctic research