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The Global Ocean Observing System

GOOS is a permanent global system for observations, modelling and analysis of marine and ocean variables to support operational ocean services worldwide. GOOS provides accurate descriptions of the present state of the oceans, including living resources; continuous forecasts of the future conditions of the sea for as far ahead as possible, and the basis for forecasts of climate change.

The GOOS Watch are updated articles about developing GOOS data in the news. Marine environmental conditions and social impacts are changing everyday and Real-time Ocean measurements are now able to spot the trends.

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Southern Ocean OS Plan Reviews Requested

SCAR logo The SCAR, Scientific Committee for Antarctic Research, has released the draft plan for the Southern Ocean Observing System (SOOS). The plan outlines the scientific rationale and strategy for the SOOS; identifies the variables to be observed; presents a draft plan for an integrated multi-disciplinary observing system for the Southern Ocean; and identifies the next steps required for implementation.

We encourage all interested parties to provide feedback (to soos@scar.org) before 1st October 2010, after which a final version will be produced. The draft plan is available for review at http://www.scar.org/soos/

Remote Sensing Job Opportunity

The Department of Oceanography and Fisheries of the University of Ghana, a key member of GOOS-AFRICA is seeking a Remote Sensing/GIS Expert to join ongoing activities in the field of Satellite Applications in coastal and marine environment. This activity will stregthen the GOOS-AFRICA Remote Sensing training and education programme.

The suitable candidates should send their applications to Dr George Wiafe Ph.D, Department of Oceanography and Fisheries, who is an active member of GOOS-AFRICA.

See vacancy announcement.