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Investigating Maldivian & Seychellois Samples at the Indian Ocean Species Discovery Workshop
The Indian Ocean Species Discovery Workshop (2025) unites global marine scientists to analyse sponges and octocorals from Nekton mission samples.
29/01/25
PAPER PUBLISHED: Sanctuary for vulnerable Arctic species at the newly discovered Borealis Mud Volcano
One would think that a volcano was not the most hospitable place for living organisms. However, the Borealis Mud Volcano, at ~ 400 m water depth, acts as a sanctuary for a number of marine species.
28/01/25
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
Spotlighting Dr Belén Arias
Highlighting the work of Dr Belén Arias, the Science Manager for Species Discovery & Sequencing at the Ocean Census
22/01/25
“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
Nominations are open for the WoRMS Top-Ten Marine Species of 2024
It's time to shine a light on the top ten remarkable new marine species from 2024.
18/12/24
From Abstract to Action: Our Communication Insights from CommOcean
Whether it’s learning to balance accuracy with relatability, harnessing the power of storytelling, or turning the abstract into action, CommOcean offered an ocean of insight for communicators.
11/12/24
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.
05/12/24Expedition
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Marshall Islands
27 July – 17 August 2025
The Ocean Census is joining the Ocean Exploration Trust on it’s Marshall Islands Expedition to explore biodiverse deep-sea habitats.
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The Ocean Census Alliance unites national and philanthropic marine institutes, museums, and universities, backed by governments, philanthropy, business and civil society partners.
