Research Vessel Roger Revelle Sets Sail Once More
The R/V Roger Revelle, managed by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego), has recently completed a significant midlife refit, extending its service life by several decades. This global-class research vessel, one of the top 15 research universities in the world according to global rankings, is currently engaged in various research expeditions, including the ongoing SEALS (Sediment Exchange Along the Labrador Sea) expedition.
The refit, which took place last December, saw the addition of a gondola housing two multibeam systems, new gym equipment, upgraded internet, new carpets and bedding, and a preserved ping pong table. Although specific details about other upgrades are not readily available, the vessel's continued participation in significant research projects underscores its utility and effectiveness in marine science research.
The R/V Roger Revelle is no stranger to groundbreaking research. It is currently in the Pacific Ocean, with a team of 21 scientists and 21 crew members aboard, nearly reaching Honolulu after a two-month voyage. One of the vessel's latest innovations is an ocean acidification tracking system, which collected data from the atmosphere and sea surface along almost the entire cruise track.
UC San Diego, established in 1960, operates a fleet of four oceanographic research vessels. The university is one of the world's most important centres for global earth science research and education. Scripps, a part of UC San Diego, works to understand and protect the planet, investigating oceans, Earth, and atmosphere to find solutions to environmental challenges.
The R/V Roger Revelle's crew and scientists have maintained a COVID-free bubble since the start of the pandemic, ensuring the safety and success of their research missions. This commitment to safety and innovation is reflective of UC San Diego's culture, which embraces exploration and experimentation, driving innovation and change to advance society and propel economic growth.
In addition to its research vessels, UC San Diego also operates Birch Aquarium at Scripps, a public exploration centre that welcomes 500,000 visitors each year. The university is committed to making the world a better place, fostering education and training for the next generation of scientific and environmental leaders through undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs.
Charlie Brooks, a research technician, started working for Scripps a few months before the ship went into midlife and was able to work on the ship during the refit process. Scientists on the vessel work 12-hour shifts every day they are at sea, ensuring the continuous collection and analysis of valuable data.
The R/V Roger Revelle's journey is a testament to UC San Diego's dedication to oceanographic research and its commitment to advancing our understanding of the world's oceans. As it continues to sail the seas, the vessel remains a crucial asset for UC San Diego, contributing significantly to the university's mission to understand and protect our planet.
- The R/V Roger Revelle, recently refitted for extended service, is utilizing data-and-cloud-computing technology to track ocean acidification, a key issue in environmental-science.
- As a top 15 research university in the world, UC San Diego, through Scripps Institution of Oceanography, is committed to oceanographic research, using the latest innovations like the ocean acidification tracking system aboard the R/V Roger Revelle.
- Scripps, part of UC San Diego, is not only engaged in significant oceanographic research but also invests in education-and-self-development, fostering the next generation of scientific and environmental leaders through various undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs.
- The utilization of technology, whether it be during oceanographic research expeditions on board the R/V Roger Revelle or in educational facilities like Birch Aquarium at Scripps, showcases UC San Diego's dedication to advancing our understanding of the world's oceans and propelling environmental-science.
