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Mission Logs

Follow along as participants in the cruise provide updates and reflections on their experiences, the science, the technology, and other elements of the expedition.

• Invertebrates of the Deep Sea

  November 5, 2020 | By Kaila Pearson

  

  Not only are invertebrates alluring and dazzling critters, they are also extremely important for the health of the seafloor. Each species and individual has a significant role in keeping its greater ecosystem in working order.

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• Why Are Biodiversity Surveys Important?

  November 2, 2020 | By Devin Vlach

  

  Although we know global biodiversity is decreasing, we don’t have enough data to fully understand how marine ecosystems are being affected.

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• Who Should Care About the Deep Ocean and Why Should We Explore It?

  October 29, 2020 | By Lisa Levin

  

  The research planned for this expedition to mineral-rich settings in the deep waters off southern California is a small step on this road to deep ocean sustainability.

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