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The 2025 Science Without Borders® Challenge Semi-Finalists

The theme of this year's student art contest is marine keystone species, check out all the semi-finalists!

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ANNOUNCING 2025 SCIENCE WITHOUT BORDERS® CHALLENGE SEMI-FINALISTS – AGES 15-19

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The application period for the 2025 Science Without Borders® Challenge is now closed. This annual art contest encourages students to learn about important ocean science and conservation issues through art. The competition is open to middle and high school students 11-19 years old, with prizes of up to $500 awarded to the winning entries. Stay tuned for the winners, which will be announced in May.

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📢 Exciting News! We’re thrilled to announce the 11-14 year old semi-finalists in the 2025 Science Without Borders® Challenge! 🎨🌊This year’s theme, “Marine Keystone Species,” inspired young artists from around the world to illustrate the vital role of these species in our ocean ecosystems. From corals on coral reefs to sea otters in kelp forests, their artwork showcases the beauty and importance of keystone species in maintaining the health of our marine environment.🌍 We received over 1,300 submissions from 75 countries for this year's Challenge, and nearly 700 entries in this age group alone! From this, our judges selected 29 talented semi-finalists representing 14 countries.🎨 Explore their incredible artwork and learn more about marine keystone species here: https://livingoceansfoundation.org/announcing-2025-science-without-borders-challenge-semi-finalists-…👏 Join us in celebrating these young ocean advocates! Stay tuned—on Thursday, we’ll announce the semi-finalists in the 15-19 age group!#ScienceWithoutBorders #keystonespecies #oceanart #oceanliteracy #NatureForAll #sciart #marineconservation ... See MoreSee Less

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🌿 Q: Why do mangroves have aerial roots? 🌊A: Mangroves live in tough coastal environments where the soil is waterlogged and low in oxygen. To survive, they’ve developed aerial roots—specialized roots that grow above the ground or water.✨ How do aerial roots help?🌬 Breathing in oxygen – Aerial roots have tiny pores called lenticels that absorb oxygen from the air. When submerged, the mangrove can close these pores to prevent water from entering.🏝 Stabilizing the shoreline – These roots trap sediment, creating a stable foundation that helps prevent erosion and protects coastlines from waves and storm surges.💧 Managing salt and filtering water – Mangroves thrive in salty, flooded environments. Some roots filter out excess salt, while others elevate the tree above the waterline. Aerial roots also act as natural filters, removing pollutants and excess nutrients from the water.🐟 Supporting marine life – The tangled root systems provide habitat and shelter for fish, crabs, and other aquatic creatures, offering a safe nursery for young marine life to grow. Birds also nest among the roots.Aerial roots are just one of the many adaptations that allow mangroves to survive in extreme conditions. 🌱 Next time you see a mangrove, take a moment to appreciate these incredible roots that protect our coastlines and support marine life! 💙📖 Learn #allaboutmangroves here 👉https://www.livingoceansfoundation.org/all-about-mangroves-why-do-mangroves-have-aerial-roots/ #ScienceWithoutBorders #NatureForAll #oceanliteracy #mangroves ... See MoreSee Less

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What’s it like to spend a day with the J.A.M.I.N. program? 🌿🔬 Isabel Key, a doctoral student at The University of Edinburgh, shares her experience in our latest blog!Currently interning with the Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation and the University of the West Indies Discovery Bay Marine Lab, Isabel has been assisting with our education and restoration initiatives in Jamaica. She joined us for a hands-on day of mangrove learning—where students held sea cucumbers, examined coral up close, and even built a web of yarn to visualize the delicate balance of a mangrove food web.From moments of awe to impromptu singalongs, Isabel’s reflections capture the magic of inspiring the next generation of ocean stewards. Read her perspective here: 🔗 https://www.livingoceansfoundation.org/singing-science-and-sea-creatures-a-day-of-mangrove-learning/#ScienceWithoutBorders #oceanliteracy #environmentaleducation #mangroves #jamaica ... See MoreSee Less

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