Edward Doddridge
Edward Doddridge is a physical oceanographer at the University of Tasmania’s Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies. He gained media attention for his insights into the potential ocean currents that could have carried a surfboard from Australia to New Zealand, highlighting the fascinating journey and the complex dynamics of oceanic movement.
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Edward Doddridge is a physical oceanographer at the Australian Antarctic Program Partnership.
Antarctica climate change research shuttered by Trump administration as Australia, China and more increase activity
Australia· 2026-02-07
Edward Doddridge is a physical oceanographer who discussed the possible currents that could have carried the surfboard to New Zealand.
Man finds surfboard that drifted 2,400km from Australia to New Zealand – and tracks down owner | New Zealand
United Kingdom· 2025-10-28
Dr Edward Doddridge, a physical oceanographer at the University of Tasmania who was not involved with the study, said it was significant and surprising.
Earth’s strongest ocean current could slow down by 20% by 2050 in a high emissions future | OceansUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-05
