How long tubes of mud could reveal how Antarctica is changing

An international team of researchers braved extreme conditions to collect long tubes of mud from the Antarctic seabed, aiming to uncover centuries of scientific secrets about the Southern Ocean. This mission aims to understand the impact of human activities like industrial whaling on Antarctica and global marine life. By analyzing the sediment layers in the mud samples, scientists can trace the history of Antarctic marine life and its connection to climate change, aiding in global efforts to comprehend the relationship between the ocean and climate.