RUCOOL advances the understanding and predictability of our ocean planet, marine and coastal ecosystems, and fisheries, for a safer, more resilient, prosperous, and equitable world. Our team is leading transformative interdisciplinary research, innovating and deploying novel observing technologies, co-developing blue economy solutions, and inspiring and educating future generations.
The Sentinel Mission will try to circumnavigate the global ocean following nautical rules by an underwater robot. The goal is to demonstrate new technology developed by Teledyne Marine Inc and promote curiosity of the ocean planet. The mission will use the newly developed Teledyne Marine’s Sentinel autonomous underwater vehicle. Our our goal is to build global unity, contribute scientific discoveries, and inspire a sustainable relationship with our world’s oceans.
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July 3, 2026 As New York Harbor prepared to welcome one of the world’s largest gatherings of tall ships for the Sail4th celebration, Rutgers University’s research vessel R/V Rutgers played a behind-the-scenes role in helping bring the international fleet together. On July 3, the vessel served as a transportation platform...
It is with great sadness that we pass on news of the passing of John Kerfoot. He battled a multi-year battle with cancer with dignity, strength, and a focus on the many things he valued, the most important being his wife Niki and daughter Alex. John carved a ground-breaking path through his...
Story by Chip Haldeman, Rutgers; Photos by Lyn-Marie Deane, CIMH; Drone Video by Courtney Forde, CIMH; Deployment Video by Leah Hopson, Rutgers. Over the past 2+ decades, Rutgers University’s Center for Ocean Observing Leadership has not only assisted in the development and hardening of Slocum autonomous underwater gliders, they have led...
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