Current expedition

Seafloor Mapping Offshore Howland and Baker Islands

September 28 – October 25, 2024
Description and highlights

Applications are open to join the Nautilus Exploration Program for 2025! Formal and informal educators are invited to apply to be Science Communication Fellows while students and early career professionals can apply to our Science and Engineering Internship Program. 

Current Status
Sonar Mapping
Update
We continue to transit through the US EEZ, north of Howland Island on a priority survey point. Waters have been fairly smooth, allowing for detailed mapping, and identification of migrating bird species from the Arctic. In addition to spotting birds, our biologists also spotted a small pod of dolphins. The education outreach and communications department have been hosting ship to shore interactions, sharing OET’s mission and expedition highlights with hundreds of students. 
2 days ago
Ship Location
Central Pacific Ocean
Our team is not available to answer questions at this time.

Current Watch

Watch Leader

Seafloor Mapper

Seafloor Mapper

Communications

Scientist