The Deep Ocean Observing Strategy: Addressing Global Challenges in the Deep Sea Through Collaboration

Authors

Leslie M. Smith, Your Ocean Consulting, LLC
Laura Cimoli, Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Diana Lascala-Gruenewald, Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
Maria Pachiadaki, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Brennan Phillips, University of Rhode Island
Helen Pillar, University of Texas at Austin
Justin E. Stopa, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
Simone Baumann-Pickering, Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Stace E. Beaulieu, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Katherine L.C. Bell, Ocean Discovery League
Harriet Harden-Davies, University of Wollongong
Kristina M. Gjerde, IUCN Global Marine and Polar Programme
Patrick Heimbach, University of Texas at Austin
Bruce Howe, Alfred-Wegener-Institut Helmholtz-Zentrum für Polar- und Meeresforschung
Felix Janssen, Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Lisa A. Levin, Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
Henry A. Ruhl, University of Rhode Island
Adam Soule, Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Karen Stocks, University of Washington
Michael F. Vardaro, Oregon State University
Dawn J. Wright, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

Document Type

Article

Date of Original Version

1-1-2022

Abstract

The Deep Ocean Observing Strategy (DOOS) is an international, community-driven initiative that facilitates collaboration across disciplines and fields, elevates a diverse cohort of early career researchers into future leaders, and connects scientific advancements to societal needs. DOOS represents a global network of deep-ocean observing, mapping, and modeling experts, focusing community efforts in the support of strong science, policy, and planning for sustainable oceans. Its initiatives work to propose deep-sea Essential Ocean Variables; assess technology development; develop shared best practices, standards, and cross-calibration procedures; and transfer knowledge to policy makers and deep-ocean stakeholders. Several of these efforts align with the vision of the UN Ocean Decade to generate the science we need to create the deep ocean we want. DOOS works toward (1) a healthy and resilient deep ocean by informing science-based conservation actions, including optimizing data delivery, creating habitat and ecological maps of critical areas, and developing regional demonstration projects; (2) a predicted deep ocean by strengthening collaborations within the modeling community, determining needs for interdisciplinary modeling and observing system assessment in the deep ocean; (3) an accessible deep ocean by enhancing open access to innovative low-cost sensors and open-source plans, making deep-ocean data Findable, Accessible, Inter-operable, and Reusable, and focusing on capacity development in developing countries; and finally (4) an inspiring and engaging deep ocean by translating science to stakeholders/end users and informing policy and management decisions, including in international waters.

Publication Title, e.g., Journal

Marine Technology Society Journal

Volume

56

Issue

3

Citation/Publisher Attribution

Smith, Leslie M., Laura Cimoli, Diana Lascala-Gruenewald, Maria Pachiadaki, Brennan Phillips, Helen Pillar, Justin E. Stopa, Simone Baumann-Pickering, Stace E. Beaulieu, Katherine L. Bell, Harriet Harden-Davies, Kristina M. Gjerde, Patrick Heimbach, Bruce Howe, Felix Janssen, Lisa A. Levin, Henry A. Ruhl, Adam Soule, Karen Stocks, Michael F. Vardaro, and Dawn J. Wright. "The Deep Ocean Observing Strategy: Addressing Global Challenges in the Deep Sea Through Collaboration." Marine Technology Society Journal 56, 3 (2022). doi: 10.4031/MTSJ.56.3.11.