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World Ocean Explorer DEEP SEA Exhibit

In partnership with Schmidt Ocean Institute (SOI) the World Ocean Observatory (W2O) is pleased to share World Ocean Explorer, a first-of-its-kind immersive virtual aquarium.  DEEP SEA, sponsored by Schmidt Ocean Institute, is the first exhibit in the virtual aquarium, showcasing deep-sea discoveries.

The lobby is coming soon: not only to be a beautiful entryway into the virtual exhibits, the lobby will contain stand-alone interactive features such as infographics on bathymetry, ocean currents, world maps, sea level rise and much more.

worldoceanexplorer.org/deep-sea-aquarium.html

United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development

A compendium of some of the best news and information to support efforts to reverse the cycle of decline in ocean health and gather ocean stakeholders worldwide behind a common framework and responsible science for sustainable development of the ocean. Explore the Decade.

World Ocean Forum

World Ocean Forum is a place for key ocean voices: professionals and Citizens of the Ocean alike, to contribute to an active forum of opinion, ideas, and proposals for change in ocean policy and action worldwide. World Ocean Forum is actively pursuing submissions. To inquire about becoming a contributing writer, please contact us: director@thew2o.net.

World Ocean Radio

A weekly series of five-minute audio essays on a wide range of ocean issues from science and education to advocacy and exemplary projects. More than 550 episodes are now available for RSS feed, podcast, and syndicated use at no cost by community and public radio stations worldwide. We are distributed throughout North America, Europe, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, and Africa. Broadcasters: please contact us for more information. LEARN MORE.

Programs & Services

 

 

  WORLD OCEAN EXPLORER
An exploratory, educational virtual aquarium experience, free for use in the classroom and at home by ocean enthusiasts ages 10 and up. DEEP SEA
The DEEP SEA exhibit showcases encounters and discoveries during Schmidt Ocean Institute deep-sea expeditions. Start exploring today: worldoceanexplorer.org/deep-sea-aquarium.html
  

WORLD OCEAN PUBLICATIONS
Provocative publications about the ocean, published in association with Leete's Island Books.
The latest:

AQUA / TERRA: REFLECTIONS ON THE WORLD OCEAN
by Peter Neill, World Ocean Observatory
Available through your local bookseller and at Amazon

THE NEW FISH WAVE: HOW TO IGNITE THE SEAFOOD INDUSTRY
by Dr. Thor Sigfusson, Iceland Ocean Cluster
Available through your local bookseller and at Amazon

 

 

   OCEAN CURRICULUM CATALOG
Looking for activities, lesson plans, science projects or marine species resources for the classroom? Our Curriculum Catalog provides a comprehensive list of links to educational content, lesson plans, and educational activities for kindergarten through secondary programs.  
   VISUALIZATION THEATER
Modern data visualizations offer innovative and fascinating ways to look at, actively engage in, and interpret data and ocean events. Visualization Theater has the potential to transform the way in which we engage with and learn about scientific facts related to the world ocean.

  

WORLD OCEAN EXHIBITS
Offering a variety of original and third-party ocean exhibits to connect web visitors with maritime museums and aquariums around the globe, showcasing ocean exhibits related to maritime heritage, culture, climate, art, science, and examples of the important role that the ocean plays in our lives.
  

WORLD OCEAN VIDEO

Visit and subscribe to W2O's YouTube Channel to find a variety of relevant, cutting-edge, beautiful, informative, and thoughtful original and curated content. Our intent is to communicate the full spectrum of today's ocean issues: climate, fresh water, food, energy, trade, transportation, public health, finance, governance, recreation, culture and more. Subscribe today.
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