= Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory
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The Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory (POL) was a UK-based research facility focused on oceanography and marine science. Established in 1949, it was named after the prominent oceanographer Sir William Proudman. POL's primary objectives included studying ocean circulation, tides, and the physical characteristics of coastal and oceanic waters, as well as contributing to the understanding of the interactions between the ocean and the atmosphere.
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