Science and Technology at Extreme Depths - DEEPSEA CHALLENGE Expedition Findings
Offered By: AGU via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the groundbreaking DEEPSEA CHALLENGE Expedition in this 45-minute press conference featuring James Cameron and leading scientists. Delve into the innovative design of the submersible that enabled Cameron to become the first person to descend alone to Earth's deepest known point. Discover preliminary scientific findings, including the identification of new species and the deepest example of gigantism in deep-sea animals. Learn about the expedition's multiple sub dives in the New Britain and Mariana Trenches, which collected unprecedented video footage, physical oceanographic data, water samples, biological samples, and sediment. Gain insights from expedition leader James Cameron and experts Douglas Bartlett, Patricia Fryer, and Kevin Hand as they discuss the implications of their research for marine science, geophysics, and space exploration.
Syllabus
Fall Meeting 2012 Press Conference: Science & Technology at Extreme Depths with James Cameron
Taught by
AGU
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