AZORES DEEP-SEA RESEARCH
Together to unveil the depths of the oceans
Our Mission
Advance the understanding of deep-sea ecosystems in a changing planet to inspire the society and inform policy.
What we do
Based at the Institute of Marine Sciences - Okeanos, University of the Azores, we conduct scientific exploration, research and education to advance the understanding of the structure, function, natural diversity, connectivity, and resilience of deep-sea ecosystems in a changing planet, while informing for a sustainable use of the ocean for current and future generations.
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Who we are
We are a group of passionate scientists to unveil the deep-sea with a special focus on the Azores, but with extensions to the Atlantic Ocean and other ocean basins.
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Projects
Projects
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Cruises
Cruises
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Publications
Publications
Our scientific peer-reviewed publications with in-depth overviews of some subjects that we cover
Azor Drift-Cam
A cost-effective tool to unveil the secrets of the deep and democratize deep-sea exploration.
ATLAS
NOW LIVEATLAS
A journey to the heart of the ocean, with printable digital files ready to be shared.
Minuto Azul Escuro
NOW LIVEMinutos Azul Escuro
The great value of the deep sea — 30-episode series
Advance the understanding of deep-sea ecosystems in a
changing planet to inspire the society and inform policy
Meet us
Departamento de Oceanografia e Pescas — Universidade dos Açores
Rua Prof. Doutor Frederico Machado, No. 4
9901-862 Horta, Portugal
Contact us
Email: azoresdeepsea@gmail.com
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