Bermuda Atlantic Time-series Study

The Bermuda Atlantic Time-series Study (BATS) has collected data on the physical, biological, and chemical properties of the ocean every month since 1988.

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The Fate of Carbon

Tune in to Changing Seas The Fate of Carbon, featuring BIOS scientists working on the Bermuda Atlantic Time-series Study (BATS), which has collected data on the physical, biological, and chemical properties of the ocean since 1988. Learn how these measurements are helping us learn more about the role of carbon, and the ocean, in Earth’s changing climate.

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BATS Data

Data Access

Explore the types of data BATS collects and gain access to data files and cruise reports

 

 

Significant Findings

Learn what BATS has uncovered over nearly three decades of continuous ocean observations

Cruise Photos

Get a behind-the-scenes look at BATS with photos from various research cruises

About the program

BATS is funded through continuing awards from the National Science Foundation (NSF) programs in chemical oceanography and biological oceanography in the Division of Ocean Sciences. Grant # OCE-1756105