Waves on beach (IMAGE) Swansea University Caption New research provides an insight into the behaviour of mycosporine-like amino acids which protect living organisms in our oceans and lakes from the damaging effects of ultraviolet radiation. Credit Swansea University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed 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.