
The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) in Oban, Scotland is an ocean research charity and investigates various elements of our marine environment, from algae to oceanography. In this podcast, we meet staff and students from SAMS to learn more about our vast and mysterious ocean.
Please consider supporting this important work www.sams.ac.uk/support-sams/
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 22 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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He is one of the world's most cited climate scientists and is part of the research collaboration that defined the term 'marine heatwave', but after 35 years at SAMS Prof. Mike Burrows is sailing into retirement.
In this special episode, host Euan Pa... more
You might not have heard of The Ellett Line, but it's one of the most important and influential projects in ocean science today.
A series of data points in the Atlantic between Scotland and Iceland, The Ellett Line is visited by a research ship ever... more
In a very special episode of the SAMS Ocean Explorer podcast, recorded at the Ocean Sciences Meeting 2026 in Glasgow, we discuss the current state of ocean research as it navigates reductions in funding while facing an urgent demand for new knowledge... more
Like a giant carbon sponge, the ocean has been absorbing much of the excess carbon dioxide humans have produced - but for how long can that last?
While we see the effects of climate change more clearly on land, the impact on our ocean is less obviou... more
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This show centers on marine science and ocean observation, featuring researchers, policy leaders, and industry partners who shape our understanding of the ocean and its future. Episodes frequently explore long-running measurement programs, ocean carbon cycling, the deployment of autonomous observing technologies, marine restoration, and the intersection of science with policy and funding. A standout thread across episodes is the emphasis on long-term data, infrastructure for ocean observing, and cross-sector collaboration to address climate resilience and ecosystem health. The format appears to prioritize deep-dive conversations with subject-matter experts, highlighting practical insights, field experiences, and the human stories behind ong... more
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Recent guests on SAMS Ocean Explorer include:
1. Mike Burrows
2. Mark Inall
3. Penny Holliday
4. Janice Lachance
5. Deborah Bronk
6. Robyn Tuerena
7. Clare Johnson
8. Dr. Niall Burnside
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