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Ocean Discovery League Newsletter | October 2023
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Ahoy!
Earlier this month, ODL's Director of Sensors & Systems, Jessica Sandoval, led a workshop as part of the Collective Solution Accelerator hosted by the Deep Ocean Observing Strategy (DOOS). This four-day accelerator event aimed to unite various deep-ocean observing communities in developing practical solutions.
ODL's workshop, "Cheap & Deep Technology as a Means for Capacity Development," focused on low-cost ocean technology. Participants, including technology users, developers, and funders from six countries, worked together to assess the current state of low-cost ocean technology, establish common language and technical standards, identify gaps in access, and outline goals for sustainable ocean observation technology.
The workshop concluded with a set of recommendations, particularly emphasizing the need for standardized communication, community cohesion, and infrastructure building within the low-cost ocean tech field. Some of our early takeaways are summarized in our latest blog post.
The passion and enthusiasm shown by this community is a huge part of why we do what we do, and we're excited to help lead and shape this work now and into the future.
Dr. Katy Croff Bell
Founder & President
Ocean Discovery League
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An Ocean Advocacy Journey: At Sea With OceanX Young Explorers Program
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In August, ODL's Capacity Development Program Manager, Nadiah Rosli, participated in an expedition aboard OceanXplorer, supporting 16 undergraduate students from US universities. Along with ODL's Susan Poulton, she taught courses in media & storytelling, data and AI in ocean exploration, and ocean justice. In this blog, Nadiah reflects on her first experience at sea and how she connects it to her own journey in ocean advocacy.
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New Book: The Future of Exploration
Katy Croff Bell contributed an essay to this book, where the world’s top scientists and explorers discuss and share insights about what motivates them, what is left to explore, why the 21st century will be the greatest age of exploration in human history, and why it matters. All proceeds from The Future of Exploration will support early career field scientists, explorers, and conservationists pursuing innovative projects across a wide range of disciplines. Order Now
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COBRA Master Class Paper Published
This paper summarizes the 14-week virtual Master Class launched by COBRA to address the lack of training for Early Career Researchers (ECRs) in deep-sea expedition leadership. Initial results reinforce the need for such training and show promise, with a quarter of the Fellows submitting research proposals within six months of the end of the class.
Read Paper Here
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Coastal Justice: Lessons from the Frontlines
This article outlines opportunities to advance ocean-climate conservation with equitable outcomes for frontline communities. It also highlights Azul's leadership in coastal justice and conservation advocacy, focusing on meaningful engagement with the Latinx community. Read Full Article Here
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COBRA Webinar: The Status of Deep-Sea Mining In Norway
November 7, 2023, 3:00 - 4:30 pm EST
In this webinar, presenters will describe the current status of deep-sea mining in Norway from scientific and economic perspectives. They will also discuss the key role of independent research in scientific knowledge-gathering during a future exploration phase. Register Here
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BristleCon
November 9-10, San Francisco
BristleCon is a free two-day event featuring ocean innovations, speakers, demos, and hands-on training with Bristlemouth, an open standard for ocean connectivity. Learn More Here
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Voyage to the Deep Exhibition
Open until Jan 7, 2024,
Reading Public Museum
Suit up and dive into the engaging international traveling undersea exhibition Voyage to the Deep, based on the novel, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Release your inner explorer and encounter topics in maritime archaeology, marine habitats, and deep-sea environments, submarine technology, and more.
Learn More Here
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Job posting: GOOS Program Specialist
Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS) Program Specialist will manage, advise and report on program design, guidelines, resources, and progress. They will also advocate for organizational involvement and participation in ocean observation and services activities and fundraise for projects, supporting GOOS under the supervision of the Head of the Ocean Observing and Services Section of the IOC.
Deadline: November 18, 2023
Job posting: Schmidt Ocean Institute, Software Engineer
Schmidt Ocean Institute (SOI) is working to build data solutions for open ocean data, including acquiring quality ocean, atmospheric, and video data abroad Research Vessel Falkor (too). This in-house engineer will spend the majority of time working on data acquisition systems and tools for data use that exist on the vessel.
Deadline: Rolling
Job posting: Postdoctoral positions at Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO) at UC San Diego in La Jolla, California, invites applications for one or more Institution-wide Postdoctoral positions in any of the major areas of research conducted at Scripps.
Deadline: October 30, 2023
PhD posting: Visualizing the Deep Sea in the Age of Climate Change
Norwegian University of Science & Technology, Department of Art and Media Studies offers a 3-year PhD position. The Deep Sea project is an interdisciplinary research project that investigates how recent advances in marine technologies, including advanced underwater sensors and remote-controlled or autonomous robots, open a new frontier for human exploration, expansion, and exploitation.
Deadline: December 1, 2023
Program Opportunity: Minorities in Sharck Sciences, Diversifying Ocean Sciences
Diversifying Ocean Sciences is a free, year-long hybrid program for people to hone their ocean science skills, build their network, and receive mentorship. Thirty participants will have the opportunity to participate in one of four concentrations (Estuary Science, Deep Sea Science, Coastal Science or Aquarium Science).
Deadline: November 8, 2023
Fellowship: 2024 COBRA Master Class and Fellowship Opportunity
COBRA is now accepting applications for the 2024 Deep-Sea Expedition Leadership Master Class! The “Master Class” equips participants with the skills and tools to successfully design, propose, execute, and report on deep-sea oceanographic field research with a collaborative, just, equitable, diverse, and inclusive approach.
The Master Class lasts 13 weeks, beginning Feb 27 - May 21, 2024
Deadline: November 10, 2023
Cruise Opportunities: Ocean Census Science Network
Ocean Census Network is calling for expressions of interest in joining a cruise and/or a deep-sea taxonomic workshop in February/March 2024. Please contact Verity Nye, Verity@oceancensus.org, for further information, indicating your expertise, institution, and any scientific requests.
Deadline: Rolling
Funding: Travel Grants for 2024 Ocean Sciences Meeting
OSM Travel Grants provide funds to assist students and early career professionals with a combination of costs associated with attending OSM24. In-person attendees receive USD 1,000 toward the cost of registration and travel expenses.
Deadline: 25 October, 2023
Funding: Explorers Club: Discovery Expedition Grants
The Explorers Club has a new grant program to support researchers and explorers from around the world, while also providing them with a platform to illuminate their findings—and without restrictions on scientific publication or infringement on ownership of research.
Deadline: Rolling
Funding: Deep Dives: Ocean and Fisheries Reporting
The Pulitzer Center is seeking ambitious reporting proposals from freelance and staff journalists from around the world who wish to report on vital ocean and fisheries issues and are in need of support for their reporting projects.
Deadline: Rolling
Research Applications: Schmidt's Expressions of Interest aboard R/V Falkor (too)
SOI is soliciting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for collaborative, multidisciplinary research at any time and for any location identified as an area of operation for R/V Falkor (too). EOIs and full proposals are accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed twice yearly.
Deadline: Rolling
Funding: COBRA Early Career Accelerator Stipends
COBRA is continuing to accept applications for their small accelerator stipends to accelerate the training of early career participants. These funds can be used for any type of training activity, and are expected to establish direct linkages among individuals to result in a more well-connected community and the development of future COBRA researchers and leaders.
Deadline: Rolling
For more funding and job opportunities, follow our friends at SEVENSEAS Media and sign up for their weekly opportunities newsletter.
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If you would like to support our work, please consider making a donation. Your contribution will help us sustain and grow our programs, and make a positive difference in the ocean communities that we serve!
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Photo Credits: Susan Poulton, Mario Hoppmann, Reading Public Museum
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