oacri Women Leading Change: Mrs. Roshini’s Vision on Health, Power, and Turtle Conservation at OACRI Sri Lanka As Deputy Director of OACRI in Sri Lanka, I have seen firsthand that health is not only a scientific or humanitarian issue — it is deeply connected to power, policy, and access. Health becomes politic...
oacri When Silence Speaks: Oceans, Aid, and the Cost of Conditional Support The ocean has always been generous. It feeds communities, regulates the climate, and sustains biodiversity without recognizing political borders. For millions across the Global South—particularly coas...
oacri Hawaiian Monk Seals: The Rare Treasures of the Pacific At OACRI, we shine a light on ocean species whose stories remind us why marine conservation matters more than ever. One such remarkable creature is the Hawaiian monk seal — a rare and ancient resident...
oacri Albatrosses: The Ocean’s Legendary Long-Distance Travelers At OACRI, we celebrate the ocean’s most remarkable species — creatures whose stories remind us how deeply everything in nature is connected. Among them, few are as iconic and awe-inspiring as the alba...
oacri The Mysterious Giants of the Deep: Discovering the Greenland Shark At the Ocean and Climatic Research Institute (OACRI), we believe that understanding our ocean’s most elusive creatures is key to protecting marine biodiversity. One of the most fascinating and little-...
oacri Climate Change and Its Impact on Sri Lanka Sri Lanka, a vibrant island nation nestled in the Indian Ocean, is experiencing the profound effects of climate change, which is significantly altering its environment, economy, and the lives of its c...
oacri 🏝️ An Archipelago – Nature’s Oceanic Wonderland! 🏝️ The ocean has always held a profound mystery, offering a vast and uncharted world teeming with life, beauty, and wonder. Among the most enchanting and diverse landscapes that the ocean has to offer ar...
oacri Coral Reefs—The Rainforests of the Ocean! Coral reefs, often referred to as the rainforests of the ocean , are among the most diverse and valuable ecosystems on Earth. These underwater structures, built by tiny marine organisms called corals,...
oacri The Role of Sea Urchins in Marine Ecosystems Sea urchins are fascinating marine invertebrates that play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of ocean ecosystems. Often recognized by their spiny exteriors and slow movements, these echinoderm...
oacri The Enigmatic Seahorse: A Treasure of the Ocean’s Depths At the Ocean and Climatic Research Institute (OACRI), we are dedicated to raising awareness about the fascinating creatures that inhabit our oceans. One such creature that has intrigued marine enthusi...
oacri The Arctic Fringehead: A Fascinating, Feisty Fish of the Deep The Arctic fringehead, a unique and often overlooked species, is one of the ocean's most fascinating creatures. Found primarily in the cold, deep waters of the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions, this spec...
oacri Understanding the Difference: Carbon Sink vs. Carbon Reservoir Carbon plays a crucial role in regulating Earth’s climate and sustaining life. However, discussions on climate change often include terms like "carbon sink" and "carbon reservoir," which are sometimes...
