For each month in 2021, we are posting a wallpaper calendar along with historic and OER-relevant exploration highlights from that month from years past.

March Desktop Wallpaper Calendar

For each month in 2021, we are posting a wallpaper calendar along with historic and OER-relevant exploration highlights from that month from years past.

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View short videos from past NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research-led expeditions on NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer that have been featured on our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts.
Social Media Video Shorts
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At the NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research, women are an integral part of the work being accomplished every single day. But today, February 11, we are taking a moment to reflect on contributions women members of the OER team have made to our mission to explore the ocean by sharing just a few web highlights from over the years.
Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science
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Map of the geographic regions in Alaska as defined by the NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center management areas. These regions do not reflect OER operational areas or priorities.
NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer: 2021 Expeditions Overview
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About OER

About OER

Learn about the NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research, the nation's only federal organization dedicated to exploring the global ocean.

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Data and Results

Data & Results

Access diverse scientific data, video, images, documents, and other information associated with office-supported ocean exploration expeditions.

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For Educators

For Educators

Find educational materials and professional development opportunities for educators designed to enhance ocean literacy.

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Featured Expeditions

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Featured Videos

Sampling Around Methane Seeps

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Time-lapse of Processing Mud Samples

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Diving for Details

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Exploring Deepwater Ecosystems with eDNA

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