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NSFEXP PROG TO STIM COMP RES

Supporting Oceanographic Research Missions Aboard the Research Vessel Sikuliaq

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Institution
University of Alaska Fairbanks Campus, AK
Principal investigator
Gabriel Matthias
Funding
$8.4M
Duration
2025–2030
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Abstract

This project provides funding for the Research Vessel Sikuliaq to conduct oceanographic research missions supported by the National Science Foundation. The oceanographic research vessels of the Academic Research Fleet (ARF), operated by the academic institutions within the University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) framework are multi-use facilities used to expand knowledge of the ocean environment. The surface work of these ships is complemented by human-occupied, remotely operated, and autonomous undersea vehicles and sensors that provide vital tools to understand the oceans and their resources. These seagoing research and educational facilities enable scientists and students to study natural phenomena and train future scientists while on board state-of-the-art oceanographic research vessels utilizing high-quality instrumentation. The ship operators will also conduct learning activities for students and the general public including hands-on demonstrations of marine science research guided by faculty, students, and ship crew members. This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the Foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.

Research team

  • Gabriel MatthiasPI
  • Julian W Race-MooreCo-PI
  • Ethan H RothFormer PI

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