About OER

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

Ten Years of Collecting Ocean Exploration Data

The NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research has been collecting ocean exploration data from NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer since 2009.

Data & Results

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

For Educators

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

A Midwater Exploration

Tug o' War

Oh My Grouper, Look at that Shark

Giant Squid