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My father, David Packard, had a boundless curiosity about the world. When he turned that curiosity to the ocean, he brought a unique vision to the work of understanding the processes that sustain the largest living space on Earth. At MBARI, he teamed up talented scientists and engineers, with n extraordinary marine operations team, exceptional science communicators, and the myriad staff needed to keep the research institute functioning. Collectively, over nearly four decades, they have contributed so much to our knowledge of the living ocean. I'm excited to see what comes next! #ScienceAndEngineering #innovation #MarineScience #OceanExploration #eDNA #robotics #MarineBiology #oceanography #AUVs #mapping #biodiversity #chemistry #geology #MarineBiology #TechnologyTransfer

Take a look at our recent case study in collaboration with the University of Hawaii at Manoa on the impact of the 2023 Lahaina wildfires in the coastal marine environment!

Did you know that April is Citizen Science Month? To find out more about citizen science or to participate, read this blog written by our tour partner, Ancient Odysseys! https://lnkd.in/dtMxqGgZ

So exciting to see this start of Ocean Futures in the local news and grateful for the partnerships we have with Bermuda, BIOS and Hawai'i that will allow students to "get their feet wet". If you haven't checked it out, the article and video link is below where you can learn more about how and why there is an "Ocean Futures" school in the middle of the desert! ASU College of Global Futures, ASU School of Ocean Futures

🐟 Exciting Research Update! 📝 Currently, I'm diving deep into the fascinating world of Foucauldian power structures within the aquatic realm, specifically examining fish societies. 🌊🐠 In my upcoming essay, I explore how Michel Foucault's theories on power, discipline, and surveillance can be applied to understand the hierarchical dynamics and social behaviors observed in fish communities. 🧐 By analyzing how fish interact, organize, and maintain order within their ecosystems, we can uncover valuable insights into the broader mechanisms of power and control in nature. This research not only sheds light on the complexities of aquatic life but also invites us to reconsider our understanding of power dynamics beyond human societies. 🌍 Stay tuned for more updates on this thought-provoking exploration into Foucauldian perspectives underwater! 🌊📚 #Research #Foucault #PowerStructures #AquaticStudies #FishSocieties #AcademicWriting

If you work in the ocean sciences (any work related to oceans, estuaries, the coastal zone or great lakes regions) in any sector (academia, industry, non-profits government, etc), please consider taking this survey about your career path. What was that *spark* moment that inspired you to pursue a career in ocean sciences? The survey researchers are from the Virginia Institute of Marine Science - Marine Advisory Program and Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Virginia. Learn more and start the survey at https://lnkd.in/eCMbxJbS.

"It's not just HMS Victory that's at risk; any wooden structure, especially those made of oak, can be affected. In fact, Westminster Hall also fell victim, with cavities discovered large enough to fit an adult human." PhD student Cathryn Harvey, a Deathwatch Beetle expert, is examining a 70-year-old replacement plank from HMS Victory's deck. Collaborating with researchers from the University of Oxford and the The National Museum of the Royal Navy to further study the Deathwatch Beetle. The project aims to support ongoing conservation efforts, gain a deeper understanding of the beetle's behaviour and biology, and help to preserve the historic warship, HMS Victory. Read more: https://bit.ly/4d7mmbu

🗣️ 🎉 East Carolina University's Dr. Steven M. Richter, Assistant Professor in the ECU Department of Geography, Planning, and Environment, has been selected as one of more than 150 experts to author the first-ever National Nature Assessment (NNA1), by The U.S. Global Change Research Program❗ With the full author team in place, the writing phase of the NNA1 is now kicking off. Over the next two years, Richter and other authors will take stock of what nature provides in terms of its inherent worth, our culture, health and well-being, jobs and livelihoods, safety and more, while looking ahead to understand how these benefits might change in the future. Learn more about the project ➡️ https://bit.ly/3RybrzI

For those who are interested in working on Australian Antarctic Scientific Research Stations, this is the books that you should read on what it is like to experience and survive in this hostile, isolated, freezing cold, and blizzards continent. The author spent 15 months on one of these research stations and 12 months on another and survived. These two books can be located on www.lolsenauthor.com

It's rare to find two marine scientists who made it into the sector on the same path. The unique nature of the development of each marine career can make embarking on this journey difficult for students and young professionals. So, what can you do to get yourself a position in this fascinating and fast-moving field? Read Athena's blog to find out 👉 https://lnkd.in/g5zt9GMT Photo creds 📸 Athena Allen