The silver-cheeked toadfish is spreading north in the Mediterranean, threatening biodiversity Researchers have recorded the…
Browsing: Mediterranean Sea
The Mediterranean Sea, often abbreviated as Med, is an intercontinental sea that connects to the Atlantic Ocean via the Strait of Gibraltar. It is bordered by Europe, Asia, and Africa, and is commonly referred to as the “cradle of Western civilization” due to its rich history and cultural significance.
Our Mediterranean Sea page features articles covering a wide range of topics, including marine biology, ecology, geology, climate change, and technology developments relevant to the region. Stay informed about the latest discoveries, scientific advancements, and breakthroughs that are shaping our understanding of this unique and vital ecosystem. Explore our collection of articles to delve deeper into the diverse aspects of the Mediterranean Sea and stay up-to-date with the latest developments.
The floor of the Calypso Deep − a 5,112-meter-deep trench in the Ionian Sea −…
In a groundbreaking study, researchers unveiled compelling evidence of the Zanclean Megaflood, a colossal event…
Recent studies reveal that the Messinian Salinity Crisis led to the Mediterranean Sea becoming a…
A new study highlights the rapid expansion of the invasive lionfish in the Mediterranean Sea,…
Many parts of Europe saw record-breaking temperatures over the summer. However, it wasn’t just the…
The Long Journey of Litter to the Seafloor The Messina Strait, a submarine bridge separating…
Sardinia, the second-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, is featured in this false-color image captured…
Most native species are going locally extinct, while introduced tropical species thrive. The coastline of…
An astronaut aboard the International Space Station (ISS) took this photograph of a 30-kilometer (20-mile)…
When early humans began to travel out of Africa and spread into Eurasia over a…
MIT analysis uncovers the basis of the severe rainfall declines predicted by many models. Although…
Through the assessment of the 1062 marine protected areas (MPAs) in the Mediterranean Sea, covering…
The Mediterranean Sea has been a major route for maritime migrations as well as frequent…
Mediterranean-type climates face immediate drops in rainfall when greenhouse gases rise, but this could be…
This is the first study in the Mediterranean to combine boat and marina sampling data…
A series of six articles appearing in the March issue of The Journals of Gerontology, Series A:…
The 35 scientists from 14 countries participating in the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program (IODP) Expedition…