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Science for oceans

Our Spotlight examines how countries can make better use of scientific tools for sustainable management of marine resources
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Ocean knowledge

The facts and figures on 20 years of ocean monitoring progress — but also continuing challenges
Local Kubulau youth with a giant trevally

Balancing act

Science and tradition are coming together in Fiji to help locals conserve their marine resources
Buoys gather real-time data that feed into ocean hazard warnings and rescue missions : NOAA

Buoy vandals

Countries must step up measures against damage of data buoys that puts early warning systems at risk
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Mapping locally

With a little help, communities can use technology to build local knowledge of climate change risks
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Heat ages wheat

Wheat ages early in hot temperatures, so global warming could lead to lower yields
Asia–Pacific Analysis

Be prepared

Devastation from typhoons and floods will only increase unless South-East Asian governments start planning now

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Agriculture after Durban

This policy brief outlines how science can help improve policies for agricultural adaptation and mitigation