Antarctic Bottom Water with Brian Romans

Brian Romans joined Virginia Tech’s “Curious Conversations” to talk about Antarctic Bottom Water and its significance for global ocean circulation and climate science. He explained the processes involved in studying ocean currents, the geological records that provide insights into past ocean conditions, and the impact of environmental shifts on these dynamics. Romans also shared his personal journey into oceanography and highlights the importance of international collaboration in addressing climate-related challenges.

Romans is a professor of sedimentary geoscience in Virginia Tech’s College of Science. His research interests include the study of ancient and modern sedimentary systems using outcrop, subsurface, and Earth-surface data to better understand past and predict future geologic problems related to tectonic or shifts in the environment.