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Mission ACCOMPLISHED! ⛵️ 🧬 The North-west Passage Ocean Science Expedition has landed safely in Alaska with over 100 days worth of Arctic biodiversity data collected! After four months of battling harsh Arctic conditions, navigating through icebergs, and collecting valuable scientific data, we are so excited to announce that Keith Tuffley and his crew have successfully completed their Northwest Passage expedition! Landing safely in Alaska the Abel Tasman has sailed over 13,000 km, crossing 6 of the 9 global tipping points located in the Arctic. Throughout this incredible journey, the team has been collecting eDNA samples every day using NatureMetrics' kits, which will help paint a comprehensive picture of life in these remote Arctic waters, from microscopic organisms to large marine mammals. Key highlights from the expedition: - 100+ days at sea - 13,000+ km sailed - Over 100 eDNA and microplastic samples collected filling ocean-data gaps - Sightings of diverse Arctic wildlife, including whales, seals, and seabirds - Navigated through challenging ice fields and extreme weather conditions The data collected during this expedition will provide crucial insights into Arctic marine biodiversity. As climate change continues to impact this sensitive ecosystem, the information gathered will be invaluable for conservation efforts and our understanding of global environmental changes. Congratulations to the entire team for this remarkable achievement: Isak Rockström, Alex Rockström, Sylvestre Campe, Gama Rodrigues, Cléo Campe, Sebastian Sánchez, Ramon Goncalves, Karina Oliani, Kester Haynes, Rakel Thorell, and Meg O'Hara. Your dedication and perseverance have made this expedition a resounding success! We're also immensely proud to have played a part in this groundbreaking research effort alongside our partners: The Adventure Yacht Company, Mercuria, Silvania, The Villars Institute, The Ocean Race, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Houdini Sportswear, Shackleton, MSQ/Sustain, The Marine Diaries, Thesus, SailProof , ZeroSixZero, Parajet, Vittorazi Motors, and Ozone Paramotor. Curious to learn more about the expedition and the role of eDNA in Arctic research? Check out our blog post: https://lnkd.in/eyvHCAyp