RESEARCHPROJECTS
EXPLORATORY STUDIES
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Past Research
Projects
Since our founding, Ocean Research Project has embarked on numerous pioneering expeditions and conducted groundbreaking studies that have expanded our understanding of marine environments. From investigating microplastics in the oceans to exploring Arctic gyres, each project has contributed valuable insights into environmental sustainability and conservation. These past endeavors continue to shape our ongoing commitment to scientific discovery and environmental stewardship.
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Chesapeake Bay Plastic Survey
During our founder's, Matt Rutherford’s solo journey around the world, he discovered an alarming amount of plastic debris in the Ocean, sparking ORP's initial focus on marine debris. ORP's early expeditions laid the groundwork for understanding plastic pollution’s global distribution and ecological impacts.
Ocean Melting Greenland
Delve into cutting-edge climate research with Ocean Melting Greenland (OMG), where we investigate the profound impacts of warming oceans on Greenland's ice sheet. Join us as we study the dynamics of ocean-terminating glaciers and their contributions to sea level rise, shaping future environmental insights.
GO-MARIE
Explore the forefront of climate science with GO-MARIE (Glacier-Oceans Mapping & Research Interdisciplinary Effort), as we uncover the mysteries of Greenland’s changing coastal landscapes. Join us in mapping uncharted fjords, studying glacier-ocean interactions, and advancing global understanding of climate change impacts.
