The upcoming scientific expedition to the Palau National Marine Sanctuary (PNMS) through a partnership with the Ocean Exploration Trust (OET) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has provided a unique opportunity for professionals in the fields of research, education, and traditional knowledge and best practices. One such opportunity was the inclusion of Palauans and locally-based professionals and interns to join the expeditions, which are scheduled for October 28 thru November 7 and November 10 thru November 21, respectively.
The Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) congratulates the team and looks forward to collaborating with them and other partners in the important work that will be undertaken. Members of the team are:
Researchers: Educators: Cultural Liaisons:
Elsei Tellei Adeeshia I. Tellei Joe Reklai
Greta Sartori Blodak Quichocho Manzel Ngirmeriil
Mereng Andres Elchung Hideyos
Piera Bondi Lucy Dickie
Ocean Science Interns:
Meangeldil Azuma Malsol
Vicente Abedneko
The expedition team and key partners are developing a schedule of activities and will be engaging with the community and important stakeholders leading up to the expedition dates. This will be an opportunity to learn more about the team members and for them to share their respective roles and responsibilities during the expedition while coordinating more meaningful live ship-to-shore interactions when they set sail. To find out more, visit https://nautiluslive.org/expeditions/2024.