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On the Ice: Learning from the field at Saroma Sea Ice School in Japan

UCT-MARiS and SAPRI Research Assistant, Dayna Collins, attended the Saroma Sea Ice School 2026 in Japan, gaining hands-on polar sea ice research experience, building global connections, and advancing her journey in sea ice science.

Exploring False Bay's Seafloor Through Innovation: MARiS Collaboration MarBEL x ARU

MARiS researchers: MarBEL x ARU successfully tested an ROV in False Bay, combining marine ecology and robotics to unlock new insights into seafloor habitats and benthic ecosystems.

Charting New Waters: Zee Mfaku’s Field Experience with SAPRI’s Ocean Monitoring Mission, Algoa Bay

SAPRI Research Assistant Zee Mfaku joined a field mission aboard the R/V Observer, installing a weather station and deploying six ocean buoys offshore of Algoa Bay—strengthening ocean monitoring while gaining valuable hands-on experience.

From Cape Town to Brazil: Diving into Ocean–Atmosphere Science with SOLAS

UCT-MARiS PhD student Christiaan van Niekerk represented UCT-MARiS at the 2026 SOLAS Summer School, joining 45 early-career researchers to explore ocean–atmosphere science, international collaboration, and science communication.

From Antarctic Research to the Classroom: Inspiring Future Women Engineers

Celebrating World Engineering Day, UCT-MARiS ECRs Sarah Tallack and Tristyn Ferreiro inspired Springfield Convent learners by sharing their engineering journeys and challenging Women in STEM stereotypes.

MARiS Explores the Tools Behind Ocean Discovery

UCT-MARiS ECRs enjoyed an inspiring tour of Sea Technology Services, exploring cutting-edge ocean robotics and research instruments. Thank you to Sean Lavis and Sandy Thomalla for an engaging glimpse into ocean science in action.

MARiS Meet 2026: A Warm and Welcoming Start to the Year

MARiS Meet 2026 kicked off the year with over 20 ECRs and academics connecting, welcoming new members, and strengthening community ties. A fantastic start to an exciting year of MARiS events and engagement!

A Living Legacy for Ocean Science - launching the new UCT Mathieu Rouault Research Centre

A new resource centre at the University of Cape Town honours the late Professor Mathieu Rouault while advancing interdisciplinary ocean and climate research for future generations.

Celebrating a Year of Growth, Collaboration and Community: MARiS Wraps Up 2025 at Clay Café

MARiS celebrated a year of collaboration, growth, and resilience at its 2025 End-of-Year Gathering at Clay Café. The team reflected on achievements, challenges, and exciting plans to strengthen research, outreach, and connection in 2026!

UCT-MARiS Researchers Engage in South Africa’s 7th SANAP Symposium

UCT-MARiS researchers and early-career scientists engaged at the 7th SANAP Symposium, strengthening collaboration across polar and Southern Ocean research, sharing new insights on sea ice, ecosystems and climate, and building networks.

Prof Lynne Shannon Makes History as First Global South Recipient of the Prince Albert I Grand Medal for Ocean Science

Prof Lynne Shannon becomes the first Global South recipient of the Prince Albert I Grand Medal for Ocean Science, awarded in Paris on 8 December 2025.

UCT-MARiS Researchers Contribute to Global Ocean Microbiome Science at AtlantECO Hackathon and Legacy Conference, Azores

UCT-MARiS researchers Dr Emma Rocke and PhD student, Yameen Badrodien, represented South Africa at the AtlantECO Hackathon and Legacy Conference in the Azores, advancing Benguela Upwelling microbiome science and global collaboration.

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