Oceanographer
Educator
EntePRENEUR
“The ocean brings you to places unseen and mysteries waiting to be discovered” – De’Marcus Robinson
Salt Life: Research at Sea
Whether it’s scuba diving among vibrant coral reefs, conducting research aboard ocean vessels, or descending in a submarine hundreds of meters below the surface, being out on (and in!) the ocean is one of my favorite parts of being a marine scientist. So, you might be wondering — what’s it really like to dive to the deepest depths of the ocean and do research? Click below to find out. 🌊
Notable Experience:
- Scuba diving in the Kelp Forest on Catlina Island and coral reef research in Mo’orea French Polynesia.
- Diving 560 meters in (Hunan occupied vehicles) HOV Alvin in the Pacific Ocean.
- Living aboard R/V Atlantis for up to 7 weeks to investigate and research the biogeochemical cycles in the Santa Barbara Basin.
(HOV Alvin being recovered from the ocean on to R/V Atlantis )
Ocean Policy & Conservation
To have a sustainable ocean economy in the face of climate change, ocean and conservation policy is needed to support and conserve a healthy marine ecosystem, while sustaining a blue economy for people and community.
Notable Achievements :
- 1. 2023 Knuass Marine Policy Fellowship in the White House Council on Environmental Quality
- 2. Co produced ocean-climate and conservation and justice strategies
- 3. Embedded ocean policy and conservation into my research.
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Science Communicaiton: Let’s tell a story!
Communicating science is just as important as doing the research. But communication is more than just writing scientific publications (also important). Multiple forms of communication is needed to educate and inspire the public.
Notable moments and achievements:
- 1. 5+ years’ experience moderating, organizing panel discussions, and giving talks about marine science, reaching over + 500 audience members
2.Published over 10 scientific journals in Biogeosciences, Marine Environmental Research, and Sustainability- 3. Experience engaging with the public on social media with various organizations and influencers
De'Marcus Robinson PHD 