Women in Oceanography

Unlocking the mysteries of the Agulhas Current and its effects on global climate. June 06, 2013 MIAMI - June 4, 2013 - Oceanography has a new face, and its female. Traditionally, scientists and crew on research vessels have been dominated by men, but that has been changing. An exciting new short film " Women in Oceanography " takes the audience onto the deck of the R/V Knorr as Chief Scientist Lisa Beal leads a team of scientists on an expedition to the Agulhas Current in the Indian Ocean. The film, shot and directed by Valery Lyman and edited by Lorian James, highlights many of the women who make up the highly-skilled team of scientists, technicians, and crew needed to conduct research on the high seas. The Agulhas Current is the Indian Ocean's version of the Gulf Stream. Originating in the tropics, both currents sprint along the coast transporting warm, salty water toward the poles.