Calculating Whale Body Condition (IMAGE) Oregon State University Caption This image shows how researchers calculate whale body condition using measurements such as whale length, fluke length and body surface area. Image source: Leila S. Lemos, Oregon State University. This research was conducted under NOAA/NMFS permits #16011 and #21678 issued to John Calambokidis. Credit GEMM Lab, Oregon State 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.