Upper Ocean

Upper ocean research focuses on understanding the complex physical, chemical, and biological processes within this crucial layer of the ocean. Current investigations utilize diverse approaches, including deep learning models (e.g., transformers, convolutional neural networks) for tasks such as forecasting sea surface temperature, identifying marine life and debris in imagery, and reconstructing ocean conditions from limited data. These advancements are improving our ability to monitor and predict ocean dynamics, with implications for climate modeling, marine conservation, and resource management.