As oceanographic conditions continue to change with warming, these measurements become increasingly important for anticipating impacts on marine life and coastal fisheries.

At Rockland Scientific, our sensors play a critical role in gathering the high-resolution microstructure data that scientists need to detect subtle changes in mixing. In regions like BC’s coast, that kind of data could help researchers understand where dead zones are forming, and why.

That’s where turbulence measurements come in. By measuring the small-scale mixing, oceanographers can help to determine whether water is being refreshed or stagnating. In other words, turbulence is essential to understanding whether coastal ecosystems are getting the oxygen they need to survive.

Thank you to our staff, current and past, as well as our dedicated customer base, for being part of this continuing journey!