The Rutgers University Center for Ocean Observing Leadership (RUCOOL) is creating knowledge of our ocean planet by pushing the limits of science and new technologies while inspiring future generations of ocean explorers.

The Sentinel Mission: A global mission of community and exploration

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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MS in Operational Oceanography students at Stockton’s Coast Day!

On Friday, October 17, 2025, students from the M.S. in Operational Oceanography (MOO) program proudly represented their program, department, and Rutgers University at Stockton University’s Coast Day event. Held at Stockton’s Atlantic City campus, the outreach effort provided a valuable opportunity for MOO students to interact with a wide range...

In a World First, Autonomous Robot Glider to Circle the Globe in Historic Ocean Mission

n underwater vehicle named Redwing will be launched in a Teledyne Marine-Rutgers project to collect data for ocean science and weather forecasting Guided by the rhythms of the sea and the promise of discovery, Teledyne Marine and Rutgers University will set Redwing, an autonomous underwater vehicle, on its journey on Friday,...

Palmer LTER Teacher Named as New Jersey Hall of Fame Educator of the Year

We’re thrilled to share that Drury Thorp, one of the dedicated teachers who participated in our Palmer Station live classroom calls last year, has been named the 2025 Educator of the Year by the New Jersey Hall of Fame! Thorp is being recognized for her “innovative, student-centered teaching that inspires curiosity, deep thinking, and civic engagement.” Her...