Current expedition

Exploration of Wake Island's Deep Sea

August 20 – September 18, 2026

Applications are open to join the Nautilus Exploration Program for 2027!  Students and early-career professionals can apply to our Science and Engineering Internship Program, while educators and science communicators can apply to be Science Communication Fellows! Apply by October 15.

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Sonar Mapping
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ROVs Hercules and Atalanta have completed their last dive of NA181. E/V Nautilus is now mapping in transit to Hawai'i and plans to cross the International Dateline today, September 13. Join for the adventure and follow our socials to get updates on the remainder of NA181 and our next expedition. 
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Central Pacific Ocean
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One month left to apply to join the 2027 Nautilus Exploration Program and sail aboard E/V Nautilus next year! Educators and science communicators can apply to be a Science Communication Fellow, while students and recent graduates can apply for the Science and Engineering Internship Program to learn ocean science, ROV engineering, video systems engineering, or seafloor mapping/hydrography! All Fellows and Interns are PAID for their time. Learn more and apply by October 15.