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Arctic Deep – Voyage Update #2
As we journey north along the Knipovich Ridge, we reach the Jøtul Vent Field, a pivotal location in the Arctic Deep expedition.
19/05/24
Philippine Sea – Voyage Update #4
With a few days left of the expedition, Jann Vendetti fills us in on the marine wonders of the Philippine Sea.
16/05/24
Read the Q&A with Expeditions Project Manager, Caroline Park
Learn about the experiences of our Expedition Project Manager, Caroline Park, and what she hopes to achieve in the role.
14/05/24
Philippine Sea – Voyage Update #3
The expedition brings good news from the Kyushu-Palau Ridge exploration, with promising sights of Black Coral.
13/05/24
Arctic Deep – Voyage Update #1
The Arctic depths slowly shares its secrets as the expedition strives further north.
13/05/24
Arctic Deep – Dive Site: The Jøtul Field
In the remote stretches of the Arctic Mid-Ocean Ridge system, lies the newly discovered Jøtul Hydrothermal Field.
13/05/24
Arctic Deep – Dive Site: The Knipovich Ridge
Kilometres beneath the Arctic Ocean west of Svalbard, a fascinating geological region is slowly sharing its secrets.
08/05/24
Philippine Sea – Voyage Update #2
Philippine Sea Expedition Participant Scientists, Jann Vendetti, shares a tour of Molluscs on the first few days of the JAMSTEC Voyage.
08/05/24
PRESS RELEASE: Arctic Deep Expedition Launched
The Ocean Census Arctic Deep Expedition is poised to redefine our understanding of species diversity in this region.
03/05/24Expedition
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JAMSTEC Shinkai
4 June – 23 June 2025
The JAMSTEC Shinkai Expedition is a 20-day research mission that brings together Japanese Agency of Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC) and The Nippon Foundation-Nekton Ocean Census.

The Ocean Census is a global effort with a bold vision. Together with our partners, we are accelerating the discovery of marine species, building a comprehensive genetic library of ocean life, and influencing ocean policies worldwide.
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