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Science in the headlamp
By Marc Airhart, Jackson School of Geosciences
Published: Nov. 8, 2011

Institute for Geophysics research scientist Jamie Austin explores the sea with a live global audience. Join his next expedition online.
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- Jay said on Nov. 12, 2011 at 5:37 a.m.
  Amazingly interesting article. Breaks my heart hearing about all the plastic in the sea. I think you guys have the best job in the world. Scientific work has to be the most worthwhile way to spend your time.
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