Dr. Laya and GEOL 306 stopped by the GCR for their lab last week to take core descriptions of the fossilized corals drilled during IODP Exp 310. These cores provide valuable insights to changes in sea level and SST during the Pleistocene as a result of melting polar ice sheets.

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Welcome to the GCR! We serve the global scientific community by preserving scientific ocean drilling sub-seafloor samples, facilitating cutting-edge research through access to geologic samples and world class laboratory facilities, and training the next generation of geoscientists. #GCR #NSFfunded