Podcast Exclusive: Exploring the 0.001% of the Deep Sea – What Lies Beneath?

Swift Summary

• Humans have visually explored only 0.001 percent of teh deep sea, which remains largely unexplored but teeming with life.
• Dr. Katy Croff bell, National Geographic explorer and founder of the Ocean Discovery League, and Professor Alan Jamieson, co-host of “deep-Sea Podcast” and an accomplished researcher, spoke on a Discover Magazine podcast episode about deep-sea exploration.
• The discussion covers reasons behind limited exploration (such as why the Moon’s surface has been mapped more extensively than Earth’s ocean floor), methods used for deep-sea discovery, survival mechanisms of creatures at extreme depths, and the scientific importance of studying this underwater frontier.
• Hosted by Erin Berge from Discover Magazine.

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Indian Opinion Analysis

India has vast coastal waters and shares maritime boundaries with notable portions of both the Indian Ocean and other strategic regions. The insights shared by Dr. Croff Bell and Professor Jamieson underscore vital opportunities for India to expand its involvement in oceanic research-especially given its geopolitical stake in the Indian Ocean. Limited knowledge about deep-sea ecosystems impacts critical areas such as sustainable fishing practices, climate change adaptation efforts, and untapped marine resources.Advancing marine exploration technologies or forming partnerships for collective research could contribute significantly to India’s environmental preservation strategies while bolstering economic prospects tied to ocean-based industries. Encouraging such initiatives aligns with India’s broader scientific goals without neglecting ecological sustainability.

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