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Scientists Discover New Deep-sea Octopus Nursery in Costa Rica

International team of scientists explored previously unseen seamounts in Costa Rica, found new active octopus nursery and witnessed babies hatching  Video and photos available here. Puntarenas, Costa Rica – A...

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Scientists Use New Technology to Examine Health of Deep-Sea Corals, Find Suspected New Species

Multidisciplinary team of scientists utilizes new technology, SOLARIS, to determine health of Puerto Rican deep-sea corals Video and photos available here. CONTACT: Carlie Wiener (808) 628-8666 cwiener@schmidtocean.org SAN JUAN, Puerto...

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Port of Seattle Celebrate Deep Sea with Art and Science

Schmidt Ocean Institute was featured at the closing event with new footage of three new hydrothermal vent fields and deep-sea-inspired art. CONTACTS: Carlie Wiener • (808) 628-8666 • cwiener@schmidtocean.org Peter...

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“Race Against Time” to Discover Ocean Life Prompts Launch of Global Initiative

A global alliance embarking on a race against time to discover and protect ocean life, before it’s too late. CONTACT: Carole Scott | carole@oceancensus.org | www.oceancensus.org The Ocean Census: The largest programme...

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Scientists Discover Three New Hydrothermal Vent Fields on Mid-Atlantic Ridge

An international team of scientists work together to rapidly find and explore large hydrothermal vents on the world’s longest mountain range. Video and photos available here. CONTACT: Carlie Wiener (808)...

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Schmidt Ocean Institute Launches New Research Vessel That Will Change the Face of Ocean Exploration

SCHMIDT OCEAN INSTITUTE LAUNCHES NEW RESEARCH VESSEL THAT WILL CHANGE THE FACE OF OCEAN EXPLORATION Founders Eric and Wendy Schmidt launch R/V Falkor (too), with an inaugural expedition, expanding capacity,...

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ECO Magazine Launches Deep Dive Series for 2023

ECO Magazine Launches Deep Dive Series for 2023 Three-part oceanography special edition announces collaborations with Schmidt Ocean Institute and the National Oceanography Centre STUART, Fla., USA – January 24, 2023: Environment,...

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Schmidt Ocean Institute and National Geographic Society partner to advance diversity and equity in ocean exploration

SCHMIDT OCEAN INSTITUTE AND NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY PARTNER TO ADVANCE DIVERSITY AND EQUITY IN OCEAN EXPLORATION Collaboration to amplify voices of underrepresented scientists and storytellers and provide leadership opportunities LISBON,...

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Groundbreaking Virtual Aquarium Brings Deep-Sea to the Surface

A new interactive online exhibit lets audiences experience deep-sea animals and environments that are impossible to explore in-person.  Try the game at worldoceanexplorer.org/deep-sea-aquarium.html  The World Ocean Observatory (W2O) and Schmidt...

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Schmidt Ocean Institute Donates Research Vessel to the National Research Council (CNR)

Founders Eric and Wendy Schmidt donate research vessel Falkor to Italy’s science agency to conduct ocean science in the Mediterranean and beyond. Images can be found here.  Genoa, Italy –...

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