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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · 9d

🌊 The 2025 NEPDEP – Seamounts & Mapping Expedition (Sept 4–18) has wrapped up! The Council of the Haida Nation, Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council, DFO, ONC & partners explored seamounts, vents & cold seeps off Vancouver Island & Haida Gwaii.
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2025 NEPDEP Expedition - Seamounts and Mapping — NorthEast Pacific Deep-sea Exploration Project (NEPDEP)

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · 15d

🌊 Join us at the ANDR Mini-Symposium!
📅 29 Sept | 16:00–17:40 EAT
📍 Baracuda Room, #WIOMSA2025
Proudly hosted by the African Network of Deep-water Researchers.
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ANDR - Highlights from the Start of 2025 - Challenger 150

ANDR – Highlights from the Start of 2025 The African Network of Deep-water Researchers (ANDR) is building momentum as we move through 2025. Here we bring you highlights from recent events and training...

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · 11d

🌊 Counting down to the ANDR Mini-Symposium!
📅 Mon, 29 Sept | 16:00–17:40 EAT
📍 Baracuda Room, #WIOMSA2025
✨ Dive Into the Depths: Advancements in Deep-Water Research in the WIO

@WIOMSA #WIOMSA2025

🐟 Read our recent publication: challenger150.world/wp-content/u...

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · 15d

🌊 Join us at the ANDR Mini-Symposium!
📅 29 Sept | 16:00–17:40 EAT
📍 Baracuda Room, #WIOMSA2025
Proudly hosted by the African Network of Deep-water Researchers.
@wiomsa.bsky.social #WIOMSA2025
🌍 More from ANDR: challenger150.world/andr-highlig...

ANDR - Highlights from the Start of 2025 - Challenger 150

ANDR – Highlights from the Start of 2025 The African Network of Deep-water Researchers (ANDR) is building momentum as we move through 2025. Here we bring you highlights from recent events and training...

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · 26d

🧭 For the first time, Uruguayan scientists have access to an ROV diving 4,500 m. The #URUGUAYSUB200 expedition unites global researchers to study fragile ecosystems and expand deep-sea knowledge
🔗 challenger150.world/visualizing-the-deep-off-uruguay
Partner: @schmidtocean.bsky.social
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Visualizing the Deep off Uruguay - Challenger 150

Cruise title: Visualizing the Deep off Uruguay Partners: Universidad de la República of Uruguay. Schmidt Ocean Institute Lead PIs: Alvar Carranza Location: Uruguay Dates: 12th August 2025 About The R...

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · 27d

🌍 Curious what the C150 African Network of Deep-water Researchers (ANDR) has achieved in 2025 so far? From training to new collaborations, catch the highlights here:
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#Challenger150 #DeepSeaScience #CapacityBuilding #Africa

ANDR - Highlights from the Start of 2025 - Challenger 150

ANDR – Highlights from the Start of 2025 The African Network of Deep-water Researchers (ANDR) is building momentum as we move through 2025. Here we bring you highlights from recent events and training...

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · 27d

🌊 #URUGUAYSUB200 aboard R/V Falkor (too) is the first full study of Uruguay’s deep ocean. Using ROV SuBastian, scientists will explore reefs, sponges & cold seeps never documented here.

🔗 schmidtocean.org/cruise/visualizing-the-deep-off-uruguay
Partner: @schmidtocean.bsky.social

#Challenger150

Visualizing the Deep off Uruguay - Schmidt Ocean Institute

The Rio de la Plata drains into the Atlantic Ocean, delivering sediment-rich contents from the Paraná and Uruguay Rivers, each fed by myriad streams and tributaries. The mixing of fresh water with the...

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · Jun 24

🌍🚨 New global study finds huge blind spots in ocean biodiversity data.
Why it matters: without better data, whole ecosystems risk being left out of conservation plans.

🗺️ Read: “Mapping the Gaps: A Global Assessment of Ocean Biodiversity Data”

#DeepSea #OceanScience #DataEquity #Challenger150

Mapping the Gaps: New Global Assessment Reveals Stark Biases in Ocean Biodiversity Data - Challenger 150

New global study reveals stark biases in ocean biodiversity data, highlighting urgent gaps in deep-sea, southern hemisphere, and invertebrate records. Discover the key priorities for building a more s...

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · Jun 24

🌍🚨 New global study finds huge blind spots in ocean biodiversity data.
Why it matters: without better data, whole ecosystems risk being left out of conservation plans.

🗺️ Read: “Mapping the Gaps: A Global Assessment of Ocean Biodiversity Data”

#DeepSea #OceanScience #DataEquity #Challenger150

Mapping the Gaps: New Global Assessment Reveals Stark Biases in Ocean Biodiversity Data - Challenger 150

New global study reveals stark biases in ocean biodiversity data, highlighting urgent gaps in deep-sea, southern hemisphere, and invertebrate records. Discover the key priorities for building a more s...

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Dr Amelia Bridges @ameliabridges.bsky.social · Jun 23

If you want to read more, check out the full #openaccess manuscript, available here shorturl.at/dypTc, or our press release available here shorturl.at/1BPPe.

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Dr Amelia Bridges @ameliabridges.bsky.social · Jun 23

This analysis was made possible through the development of a statistically-based, custom pipeline, enabling authors to classify ~19 million OBIS records as either benthic or pelagic datasets. We’re thrilled to say that both the final datasets, and the code to recreate them are #OpenAccess too!

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Dr Amelia Bridges @ameliabridges.bsky.social · Jun 23

So, if we are to prioritise ocean biodiversity data collection to deliver a sustainable ocean, where should we focus?

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Dr Amelia Bridges @ameliabridges.bsky.social · Jun 23

These gaps matter 🌍 – biodiversity data fuels conservation 🐢, climate models 🌡️, and ocean planning 🌊. But if your model is trained on fish 🐟 in shallow waters, it probably won’t help protect deep-sea invertebrates 🪸 3,000 meters below. We’re building global policy on patchy foundations 🧱❓.

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Dr Amelia Bridges @ameliabridges.bsky.social · Jun 23

And the pelagic data distribution is no better…

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Dr Amelia Bridges @ameliabridges.bsky.social · Jun 23

Key findings from the benthic dataset show just how little of the seafloor below 30 m we’ve sampled:

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Dr Amelia Bridges @ameliabridges.bsky.social · Jun 23

Despite decades of exploration, we still can't fully answer “Where is marine life found, and why?”. A new study in @commsearth.nature.com shows just how skewed our ocean data really is…

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Dr Amelia Bridges @ameliabridges.bsky.social · Jun 23

🔍Mapping the Gaps: New global study reveals huge biases in benthic & pelagic biodiversity data – but what does this mean for science & conservation, & how can we address it? Read “Prioritisation of Ocean Biodiversity Data Collection to Deliver a Sustainable Ocean” to find out! shorturl.at/dypTc – 🧵:

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · Jun 5

Remember to join us this afternoon!

Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · Jun 3

#OOS2025 is underway! 🌊

Discover how #Challenger150 is linking deep-sea research with global policy through training, coordination & inclusivity.

🧭 Successful new approaches for equitable deep-ocean science-policy engagement

📍T10-9 | Thurs, 5 June | 14:30 | Room 4

#SciencePolicy #OceanDecade

Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · Jun 2

🌊 Strengthening science-policy links at #OOS2025
🗓 5 June | 🕝 14:30 |📍Room 4 | T10-9

Ana Hilário, Kerry Howell & Maria Baker: Successful new approaches for equitable deep-ocean science-policy engagement

Join the conversation shaping global ocean governance.
#Challenger150 #SciencePolicy #DeepOcean

Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · Jun 3

#OOS2025 is underway! 🌊

Discover how #Challenger150 is linking deep-sea research with global policy through training, coordination & inclusivity.

🧭 Successful new approaches for equitable deep-ocean science-policy engagement

📍T10-9 | Thurs, 5 June | 14:30 | Room 4

#SciencePolicy #OceanDecade

Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · Jun 2

🌊 Strengthening science-policy links at #OOS2025
🗓 5 June | 🕝 14:30 |📍Room 4 | T10-9

Ana Hilário, Kerry Howell & Maria Baker: Successful new approaches for equitable deep-ocean science-policy engagement

Join the conversation shaping global ocean governance.
#Challenger150 #SciencePolicy #DeepOcean

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · Jun 2

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · Jun 2

🌊 Strengthening science-policy links at #OOS2025
🗓 5 June | 🕝 14:30 |📍Room 4 | T10-9

Ana Hilário, Kerry Howell & Maria Baker: Successful new approaches for equitable deep-ocean science-policy engagement

Join the conversation shaping global ocean governance.
#Challenger150 #SciencePolicy #DeepOcean

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · May 25

Wrapping up the BAIT project 🎯
Our latest post reflects on its impact — from practical training in Cabo Verde to growing deep-sea research networks across Africa.
🌍🌊 Read more: challenger150.world/building-loc...
#Challenger150 #ANDR #DeepSeaScience

Building Local Expertise: Training the Next Generation of Deep-Sea Scientists in Africa - Challenger 150

The BAIT project in Cabo Verde trained African scientists in low-cost deep-sea monitoring, laying the groundwork for long-term research and regional leadership.

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Deep-Ocean Stewardship Initiative @deepstewardship.bsky.social · Apr 7

🌍 Challenger 150, a DOSI-supported initiative, is proud to be one of the endorsed Decade Programmes advancing deep-ocean science for sustainable development.
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Deep Sea Conservation Coalition @deepseaconserve.bsky.social · Mar 6

How much do you know about the deep sea?

If you think you are an expert, test your knowledge with this quiz and share your results with us. ⤵️

QUIZ: The Deep Sea

Test your knowledge of the wildlife and oceanography of Earth’s darkest depths. Let’s dive in!

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Challenger 150 @challenger150.bsky.social · Feb 27

Watch as #ChileMargin24 scientists uncover deep-sea sediment data in this video by @schmidtocean.bsky.social 🌊🔬 Core samples reveal ocean conditions, biodiversity & geologic history—helping to protect Chile’s waters.

🌎 Find more on Instagram: @challenger__150 #TheDeepOceanWeNeed
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A Treasure Trove | Canyons, Vents, and Seeps of the Chile Margin

YouTube video by Schmidt Ocean

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