Ocean Circulation Research (IMAGE) Duke University Caption New research shows the Atlantic meridional overturning circulation, which regulates climate, is primarily driven by waters west of Europe. Credit Carolina Nobre, WHOI Media Usage Restrictions Credit: Carolina Nobre, WHOI Media 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.