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• Ocean Exploration
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• Oceans & Human Health
• Coastal Hazards
• Pollution

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Reports from the National Academies span a wide range of ocean-related topics. Use this site to explore ocean science through in-depth analysis, images, and videos.

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• Ocean Exploration
• Marine Ecosystems & Fisheries
• Oceans & Human Health
• Coastal Hazards
• Pollution in the Ocean