(Source: CEFAS - Centre for Environment, Fisheries & Aquaculture Science) 22 July 2016 Did you know that each time you scuba dive you are potentially collecting data which can help scientists better understand our seas and oceans? The potential of scuba divers to provide vital information about the temperature of our oceans has been demonstrated for the first time using 'citizen science'. A study published today in Nature's online journal Scientific Reports (www.nature.com/articles/srep30164) has shown that temperature profiles from scuba divers' computers can be compiled to provide accurate records across the globe that add to our existing monitoring network in inshore areas. This offers...
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