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Consequences of Exploration

A History of Oceanography
Learn about the practice of oceanography, how it started, and where it's headed.

Scurvy and Medicine in the Age of Exploration
Explore the health consequences of early exploration
Is the Ocean Earth's Final Frontier?
Learn more about the challenges of ocean exploration.

No Part of Ocean Untouched by Humans
Read about a new study stating that every part of the ocean is affected by human interactions

Deep Sea Mining
Discover more about deep sea mining, and the impact this type of exploration is having on the environment
Titanic Was Found as Part of Top-Secret War Mission
Discover how Robert Ballard found the shipwreck of the Titanic accidentally as part of a top-secret war mission.

The Titanic is a Shipwreck Almost No One Can See
Learn about the shipwreck of the Titanic, and how exploration through tourism is causing issues for preservation of a piece of history.

Perspectives in Exploration

Ocean Explorer: Katy Croff Bell
Watch this interview with ocean explorer Katy Croff Bell to discover how and why she explores.
Jacques Cousteau
Explore the history of famous ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau, and discover his motivations for exploration.

Oceanography Studies Every Aspect of Life Under the Seas
Understand what oceanography really means, and see just how much there is to explore under the sea.
Dream Job: Ocean Explorer
Learn more about ocean exploration and what might motivate people to explore the seas.

8 Questions for Sylvia Earle
Read this Time for Kids interview with Sylvia Earle to learn about her exploration of the ocean, and advocacy for protecting the oceans.
Explorer's Record Setting Dive to Deepest Point On Earth
Learn more about explorer and millionaire Richard Garriott, and what motivates him to explore the farthest reaches of our planet.

Technology and Innovation

Jacques Piccard
Discover the history of scientist Jacques Piccard, who built technology that allows us to explore the ocean floor.

How to Explore a Shipwreck From the Comfort of Your Couch
Discover the technology that allows us virtual tours of shipwrecks otherwise almost impossible for the average person to explore.

Robots Reveal Titanic Secrets
Discover how sonar technology and robotics helped scientists to explore inside the Titanic shipwreck.
Researchers Create Bionic Jellyfish to Help Explore Oceans
Learn about the new and exciting technology that is allowing researchers to reach the farthest depths of the ocean.

Mapping

Mapping the Ocean Floor
Discover how scientists are using sonar technology to map the entire ocean floor by 2030.

Mapping Coral Reefs
Learn about how scientists are mapping coral reefs in order to better study and protect them