Scientist Alexis Weinnig climbing out of HOV Alvin after a dive.
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Exiting HOV Alvin
Alexis Weinnig climbs out of human occupied vehicle (HOV) Alvin following a dive during the 2025 Aleutian Arc expedition. During an Alvin dive, a pilot and two science observers juggle responsibilities and work through a list of research objectives. The observers guide the dive, telling the pilot where to go and what to sample.
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The Aleutian Arc: Integrated Exploration of Biodiversity at Priority Benthic Habitats (USGS/BOEM/NOAA/ONR). Photographer: Art Howard.

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