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Nature 421, 109-110 (9 January 2003) | doi:10.1038/421109a

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Climate change: The oresmen

Quirin Schiermeier1

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Some US organizations claim that fertilizing the oceans with iron could both help to tackle climate change, and make money. But marine researchers warn of unpredictable side effects. Quirin Schiermeier reports.

The Ragland does not look like a research vessel. The 100-year-old wooden Baltic schooner belongs to the Canadian rock star Neil Young who, between tours and recording sessions, relaxes on board the historic boat, which is usually anchored in San Francisco.