Dr. Piero Mazzini (IMAGE) Virginia Institute of Marine Science Caption Lead author Dr. Piero Mazzini (R) measures ocean conditions during an oceanographic field project. Credit Oregon State University. Usage Restrictions One-time use only. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.