Dr. Hugh Carter, curator at the Natural History Museum, is investigating the effects of climate change on marine life through Antarctic urchins collected in early 20th-century expeditions. His recent six-week research trip retraced routes taken by explorers Shackleton, Scott, and Borchgrevink. In the Antarctic, which is warming rapidly, the comparison of historical specimens with modern samples is essential for understanding physical and biological changes in the ecosystem. Carter's study focuses on ocean acidification and the lack of baseline data complicates assessments of marine life changes.
Dr. Hugh Carter hopes the preserved Antarctic urchins collected over a century ago will illuminate how modern environmental changes are impacting marine life.
In January, Carter engaged in a six-week research trip to revisit sites sampled by early explorers, assessing both historical and contemporary environmental shifts.
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