JOIDES Resolution faces funding cuts, risking its future

The Conversation September 3, 2024, 03:00 PM UTC

Summary: The JOIDES Resolution, a key ocean drilling research vessel, may cease operations due to a $72 million annual funding shortfall from the National Science Foundation. Since 1985, it has drilled 230 miles of sediment cores, aiding global climate and geological research. The ship's unique capabilities, including dynamic positioning, have made it invaluable for studying tectonic activity and climate history. Its future remains uncertain as funding discussions continue.

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