benthic foraminifera

Deglaciation decoded through global benthic foraminifera isotope synthesis

Foraminifera shells, retrieved from seafloor sediments worldwide, now reveal the precise timing and pacing of the last deglaciation. This global synthesis of high-resolution stable isotope data decodes a period of profound climate transition, offering empirically validated insights into how Earth's systems respond to warming. Understanding these past shifts sharpens our view of present ocean intelligence. For deeper context on how ocean processes govern carbon movement, see our coverage of the ECCO‑Darwin model's multi‑decadal CO₂ flux estimates.