ExplorOcean Explores Perth Canyon

At ExplorOcean in Newport Beach you can join a team of scientists via a live chat as they journey to the bottom of the sea to conduct cutting-edge underwater research missions. The opportunity is part of ExplorOcean’s renowned “Lecture Series” on Thursday, March 5 from 4 to 7 p.m. 

It’s a chance to be part of a world-first expedition, backed by Google’s billionaire Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt and his wife Wendy, in an effort to unlock the secrets of the Perth Canyon, an undersea gorge,

ExplorOcean will be hosting Schmidt Ocean Institute’s Communications Manager, Carlie Wiener. 

Wiener will connect live to their state-of-the-art research vessel “Falkor,” as the on-board crew continues to explore the depths of Perth Canyon.  The crew will discuss their research goals and their use of underwater robotics.

This event is free for members of ExplorOcean and only $15 for the general public.

600 E. Bay Avenue in Newport Beach. 949.675.8915.