Brittany Munson, hailing from Cerritos, has been chosen as one of the 16 individuals to be a 2023 Science Communication Fellow. She will be embarking on an expedition with the Ocean Exploration Trust’s vessel in the Johnston Atoll region of the Pacific Remote Islands National Monument. This announcement was made on Thursday.
Munson currently works with The California Science Center and will serve as an expedition communicator for the 2023 Nautilus Exploration Program. The Ocean Exploration Trust, founded by Dr. Robert Ballard, is a nonprofit dedicated to exploring the ocean, making new discoveries, and pushing the boundaries of STEAM education and technological innovation.
Fellowship participants from 11 states and territories will be joining different expeditions from May to December. These expeditions will explore various regions including the Eastern Pacific Ocean near British Columbia, the Central Pacific Ocean near the Hawaiian Islands, the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument, and the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument.
According to Megan Cook, the Director of Education and Outreach at OET, “Science communication fellows bring expertise as educators and storytellers to work alongside scientists and engineers and make discoveries about the planet. We are proud to elevate these role models for learners, with a particular focus on reaching communities who have been historically marginalized from STEAM and maritime fields.”
Allison Fundis, the Chief Operating Officer of OET, stated that one of the program’s goals is to inspire the next generation of explorers in STEAM fields. “We are very excited to provide educators and students with the direct experience in ocean exploration while allowing them the opportunity to share that experience with their peers around the world,” she added.
For those interested, a 24-hour live-streaming web portal is accessible through telepresence technology at NautilusLive.org and via various social media channels.
During the expedition, Munson will be participating in daily live audio commentary and question-and-answer sessions through the Nautilus Live website. Additionally, she will engage in community outreach events and activities to promote learning about the ocean.
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