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Ocean Exploration Trust and the Nautilus Exploration Program seek out new discoveries in geology, biology, and archaeology while conducting scientific exploration of the seafloor. Our expeditions launch aboard Exploration Vessel Nautilus — a 68-meter research ship equipped with live-streaming underwater vehicles for scientists, students, and the public to explore the deep sea from anywhere in the world. We embed educators and interns in our expeditions who share their hands-on experiences via ship-to-shore connections with the next generation. Even while we are not at sea, explorers can dive into Nautilus Live to learn more about our expeditions, find educational resources, and marvel at new encounters.

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Micronesia Climate Change Alliance
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Micronesia Climate Change Alliance

Super Typhoon Sinlaku recently tore through the Northern Mariana Islands, bringing days of 160+ mph winds and flooding, leaving widespread damage to homes and infrastructure and forcing thousands of people into emergency shelters. OET has been privileged to learn and explore with the communities and partners across the Marianas and stands with them at this difficult time. Join us in donating to the Micronesia Climate Change Alliance to help impacted communities here: https://bit.ly/41ZD9KB

Megan Cook AltaSea promo
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AltaSea

Local to Los Angeles? Join OET's Megan Cook at AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles for the Earth Month Open House and hear sea stories and new discoveries from Nautilus Live!