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- 157 New Marine Species Found Off Argentina●57 New Marine Species Discovered in # Argentina ’s Submarine Canyons # Ocean Census and Schmidt Ocean Institute fast-tra
Scientists with the Ocean Census initiative and the Schmidt Ocean Institute have identified 57 previously unknown marine species in submarine canyons off Argentina's coast in the South Atlantic. The finds, fast-tracked through identification work in Buenos Aires, include 22 echinoderms such as sea cucumbers and crinoids, along with 20 copepods, highlighting how little is known about deep-sea biodiversity in the region.
- 2Ocean Institute in Dana Point Plans Whale and Marine Life Tour▼Dana Point Ocean Institute Whale and Marine Life Tour Sunday October 4 2026
The Ocean Institute in Dana Point, California is offering a whale and marine life tour on Sunday, October 4, 2026. The outing gives participants a chance to see whales and other ocean wildlife off the Orange County coast while learning about marine ecosystems. Local beach and coastal news outlets are flagging the event for residents planning weekend activities.
- 3MBARI to present latest ocean research at OCEANS 2026 Monterey●MBARI shares latest research and technology at OCEANS 2026 Monterey conference
The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute says it will share its latest ocean research and technology at the OCEANS 2026 conference in Monterey. The institute, known for deep-sea robotics and exploration, regularly presents new tools and findings at the event, which gathers marine scientists and engineers. Further details about its presentations have not yet been announced.
- 4Natalie Snyder joins University of Rhode Island Marine Affairs▼Natalie Snyder – Department of Marine Affairs
Natalie Snyder is listed with the Department of Marine Affairs at the University of Rhode Island, one of the leading US institutions for ocean policy and coastal research. The mention highlights her affiliation with the department, which works on marine governance, fisheries and coastal management. No further details about her role or work are available.
- 5Blue Ops to open maritime defense hub at FAU institute●Blue Ops to bring maritime defense operations to FAU's Oceanographic Institute, creating a maritime tech hub
Blue Ops is set to establish maritime defense operations at Florida Atlantic University's Oceanographic Institute, creating a new maritime technology hub. The move pairs the defense company with FAU's ocean research facilities, positioning the Broward-area campus as a center for marine tech development. Local tech outlet Refresh Miami reported the announcement, highlighting growing momentum in South Florida's defense and ocean technology sector.
- 6VLIZ pushes global ocean observation at UN General Assembly▼VLIZ fully committed to global ocean observation at UN General Assembly in New York
The Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) is presenting its work on international ocean observation during the UN General Assembly in New York. The institute says it is fully committed to strengthening worldwide monitoring of the seas, aligning with UN efforts to coordinate ocean data collection and marine research. The announcement highlights Belgium's role in global ocean science cooperation.
- 7Blue Ops Partners With FAU Harbor Branch on Uncrewed Maritime Systems▼Blue Ops Partners With FAU Harbor Branch To Advance Uncrewed Maritime Systems
Blue Ops has announced a partnership with Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute to advance uncrewed maritime systems. The collaboration aims to combine the company's operational expertise with the institute's ocean research and engineering capabilities to develop autonomous surface and underwater vessel technology. Details on funding, scope and timelines have not yet been released, but the deal underscores growing defense and research interest in uncrewed ocean platforms.
- 8Southern Ocean Medical Center Introduces Acupuncture Services▼Getting to the Point — Acupuncture Arrives at Southern Ocean Medical Center
Southern Ocean Medical Center, part of the Hackensack Meridian Health network in New Jersey, has added acupuncture to its care offerings. The hospital says the service brings this complementary therapy, often used for pain management and stress relief, to patients in the southern Ocean County area. The announcement highlights the medical center's effort to broaden integrative medicine options for local residents.
- 9Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Seeks Robotics Software Engineer▼Ocean Career: WHOI Robotics Software Engineer
The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is advertising a robotics software engineer position, listed through Ocean Career on EC Magazine. The opening reflects continued demand for engineers who can develop autonomous underwater systems and software for ocean research vehicles. Such roles support WHOI's work in deep-sea exploration, underwater robotics and marine science instrumentation.