

Return to the Deep – Dr Verity Nye reflects on being back in Shinkai 6500 after 12 years
Twelve years after her first submersible dive, Dr Verity Nye has returned to Japan to descend once again aboard Shinkai 6500, the iconic submersible operated by JAMSTEC.
09/06/25
Unearthing Marine Worms | Updates from Dr. Laetitia Gunton at the International Workshop on Polychaetes
The workshop brought together taxonomic specialists from across the world to work on these rare samples, including specimens that may not have been investigated otherwise.
06/02/25
Amid a Sea of Stars, Our Blue Planet Shines the Brightest: Insights from the 17th Deep Sea Biology Symposium
There has never been a better, nor more important time to be a marine biologist.
23/01/25
“Why should we care about a ‘worm’?” | An Interview with Dr. Franziska Sophie Bergmeier, Solenogastres Expert
These small, "worm-like" creatures might not have the charismatic appeal of octopuses or dolphins, but they play a crucial role in ocean ecosystems and offer valuable insights into biodiversity and evolution.
16/01/25
That’s a Wrap! A timeline of Achievements at the Ocean Census in 2024
In 2024, the Ocean Census achieved exciting milestones in advancing the understanding and discovery of marine biodiversity.
20/12/24
Following the Nazca Ridge Expedition: The Chile Species Discovery Workshop
This species discovery workshop will allow us to uncover potential new species from the Nazca Ridge expedition.
05/12/24
From COP16 to COP29: Using Marine Species Data to Drive Climate Action
By exploring where marine species data is being captured and how geographic biases impact global climate policy, we can begin to develop more inclusive, effective climate strategies.
07/11/24
Why should we care about Arctic Biodiversity? A message to COP16
In the icy depths of the Arctic Ocean lies a world that remains largely unknown to science, a hidden realm brimming with unique marine life and untapped biodiversity.
01/11/24
5 Deep-Sea Habitats: Highlighting the Diversity of the Arctic Ocean
Explore deep-sea habitats in the Arctic, showcasing unique ecosystems, mid-ocean ridges, and hydrothermal vent biodiversity.
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