1. Who rules the waves?
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OCEANOGRAPHERS , *OCEANOGRAPHIC research , *OCEAN bottom , *SUBMARINE topography , *OCEANOGRAPHIC submersibles - Abstract
The article focuses on plans by Chinese oceanographers to explore the South China Sea. It states Chinese oceanographers will meet in Shanghai on January 26-27, 2011 to discuss a project to explore a region of the South China Sea that is undergoing sea floor spreading. It mentions that while the scientists disclaim they are searching for oil or mineral resources, the research may benefit Chinese efforts to exploit any resources found. It comments the project will also test a deep sea submersible.
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- 2011