Strengthening Ocean Conservation Globally by Connecting People, Telling Stories, Sharing Science
Scientists explore a seafloor area newly exposed by iceberg A-84; discover vibrant communities of ancient sponges and corals. A large sponge, a cluster of anemones, and other life is seen …
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Dr. Sonia J. Rowley is a pioneering marine biologist whose expertise in gorgonian octocorals (commonly known as sea fans) and technical diving is advancing our understanding of deep-sea ecosystems and …
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Examining evidence of past volcanic behavior is the key to improved knowledge of future geohazards in Northern Patagonia and their impacts on marine ecosystems. Chaitén, Chile— An international team of …
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Twenty possible new species were discovered across ten seamounts, the first-ever recording of a rare squid, and thriving deep-sea coral reefs were located during an expedition to the international waters …
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Research expedition locates chemical ecosystems supporting life in the deep off the coast of Antofagasta. ANTOFAGASTA, Chile— Scientists on a research expedition onboard Schmidt Ocean Institute’s R/V Falkor (too) have …
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A new technology detects trace amounts of oxygen in an environment where previously these life-supporting molecules were below the limit of detection. ANTOFAGASTA, Chile – Using a new technology called …
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Deep-sea coral reefs, sponge gardens, and the deepest photosynthesizing coral in the world found along the Salas y Gómez Ridge ANTOFAGASTA, Chile – An international team of scientists observed 160 species on …
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Tallest of underwater features discovered by crew of research vessel Falkor (too) stands over 1.5 miles high The crew of Schmidt Ocean Institute’s research vessel Falkor (too) discovered four underwater mountains — …
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An international team explores vulnerable deep-sea ecosystems and sees more than 100 species never-before observed by scientists. VALPARAISO, Chile – An international group of scientists, led by Dr. Javier Sellanes …
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Unexpected octopus diversity found in Costa Rica’s deep sea, along with a new deep-sea skate nursery. Puntarenas, Costa Rica – Scientists aboard Schmidt Ocean Institute’s R/V Falkor (too) have discovered at least …
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