I hope this paper opens the door to more people recognizing how special these oceanic features are. More information: Brian RC Kennedy et al, Multi-faceted examination of a deepwater seamount ...

Experts say portions of the continent are pulling apart, creating the possibility that the Horn of Africa will become an island.

This technology utilizes laser light to measure distances and can capture data on various oceanic features, including chlorophyll concentrations and the presence of pollutants like oil.

I hope this paper opens the door to more people recognizing how special these oceanic features are. This interview was edited for length and clarity. This work was supported by the National ...