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11.07.25
Loss of sea ice stabilizes Atlantic circulation
The risk of a slowdown of the overturning circulation in the North Atlantic Ocean is lower than previously thought. New research suggests increased deep water formation in ice-free regions of the Arctic Ocean will keep the wheel spinning.
03.07.25
Lise Øvreås Elected as New President of EASAC
Lise Øvreås stepped down last year as President of the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters. Now she is taking over as President of EASAC, a coalition of 30 science academies from across Europe.
24.06.25
Warmer Oceans Are Changing the Season for Harmful Algal Blooms
Especially in spring and autumn, we may see more of blooms of algae causing stomach issues, according to a new study of algae blooms along the Norwegian coast.
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11.08.25
BCCR Hazards meeting
Hi everyone, We’ll meet in the Bjerknes Meeting Room on the 3rd floor on Monday 11 August, 11–12h. A program will be sent around closer to the day, but one topic will be a discussion on Bjerknes strategy. If you have anything to share with the Hazards Group, let me know in advance. I’ll send a reminder out in early August. Enjoy the summer! Stijn
29.08.25
Bjerknes Climate Prediction Unit seminar: Mechanisms for predictability
30.09.25
Bjerknes Annual Meeting
The program will be announced in due time. Please mark your calendars!