Aaron Micallef is a marine geoscientist specialising in seafloor geomorphology and submarine landscape evolution. His expertise focuses on sediment transport processes, fluid flow systems, and geohazards in continental shelf and slope environments. He develops and applies advanced seafloor mapping, in situ monitoring, and process-based analytical techniques to investigate erosion, deposition, and seafloor–ecosystem interactions. His work … Continued
I am Vivian Helena Pellizari, a Brazilian marine microbiologist and Associate Professor at the Oceanographic Institute of the University of São Paulo (USP). My research focuses on marine microbiology and microbial ecology, with particular interest in the diversity, biogeography, and ecological roles of microorganisms in marine and extreme environments, including the deep sea and polar … Continued
Hi, I’m an Autonomous Systems Operations Engineer at MBARI in the Marine Operations group! I work with different Autonomous Underwater Vehicles, from deployment/recovery to troubleshooting and maintenance to electrical development projects for the vehicles. I love learning and am passionate about outreach and education-related activities and events!
I’m Sebastiano Messina, a marine surveyor and PhD Student in Marine Sciences, Technology and Management, working across fieldwork, research, and Mediterranean‑focused projects.
Ronaldo Christofoletti is a Brazilian marine scientist and professor at the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), where his work focuses on the interface between science, society, and decision-making in the context of ocean sustainability and climate change. His research spans coastal ecosystems, biodiversity, and the impacts of human activities, with a strong commitment to … Continued
Renato Romano is a PhD candidate in Biological Oceanography at the Oceanographic Institute of the University of São Paulo (IO-USP), Brazil. His research focuses on the dispersal of microorganisms via marine bioaerosols, particularly investigating connections between the Southern Ocean and the Antarctic continent. He integrates field sampling, microbial ecology, and molecular approaches to understand ocean–atmosphere … Continued
I am a research specialist in the Seafloor Processes group at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research institute. I study the dynamics that shape the seafloor and transport material in the ocean. I combine seafloor mapping, water column measurements, and sediment sampling to uncover elusive seafloor activity that is difficult to observe at depth.
Olívia Pereira is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI). Olívia is originally from Brazil, where she got a BSc in Oceanography at the University of São Paulo. She went on to pursue her MS and PhD at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, before joining MBARI in January 2025. Her research has … Continued
Paula Andrea Zapata-Ramírez is a marine biodiversity expert, researcher, and consultant with over 15 years of international experience advancing ecosystem conservation, marine spatial planning, and science–policy integration across the Caribbean, Pacific, and Mediterranean regions. She is an Associate Professor at Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana and an Associate Researcher at Center of Excellence in Marine Sciences (CEMARIN).Her … Continued
I am an oceanographer with a Master’s degree in Environmental Oceanography. I am currently working as a researcher at the Marine Geosciences Laboratory (Labogeo). My research focuses on marine sedimentology and habitat mapping, as well as the application of geospatial tools to improve our understanding of seabed dynamics.I have hands-on experience of offshore operations, including … Continued
