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Connecting scientists to the expedition from shore allows them to provide input to expedition planning. In 2020, more than 28 dive leads worked with Exploration Vessel Nautilus from shore. Courtesy Jennifer Brown and Ocean Exploration Trust.

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  • Ocean Exploration Trust’s Scientist Ashore Program

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