"We take a bite out of marine conservation and documentary filmmaking with Nova West (they/them), Angel Morris (they/them), and Nicole Morris (she/they/he)– the producers and muses of “Diving for Rays: A Queer Conservationist’s Story.” We chat about how what started as an impromptu instagram DM and a conversation about childhood dreams manifested into a cinematic journey deeper than the ocean..."
Listen Here. "At Conservation Nation we are working to diversify the conservation field by funding and supporting wildlife conservationists from underrepresented communities and educating the next generation of leaders..."
Watch here. A year-end summary of Ocean Exploration Trust's 2022 field season, featuring Nova's photography on pages 4, 13, 24, 25, 41, 42, 50, and 51.
"In 2022, the Ocean Exploration Trust started a partnership with the National Geographic Society focused on the scientific exploration of shallow- water habitats, a first for E/V Nautilus...The accomplishments of the E/V Nautilus 2022 field season were only possible thanks to the many partners that contributed to this work, including both ship-based and shore-based personnel..." Read More. A project Nova filmed aboard a Coast Guard ship off the coast of Michigan publicly announces the discovery of a new shipwreck.
"Researchers from NOAA, the state of Michigan, and Ocean Exploration Trust have discovered an intact shipwreck resting hundreds of feet below the surface of Lake Huron. Located within NOAA's Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the shipwreck has been identified as the sailing ship Ironton..." Read More. "After returning from my trip to Turks and Caicos with Sharks4Kids last year, I reflected on my experience capturing footage for the nonprofit’s Project Lemon Aid initiative..."
Read More. "After realizing the lack of LGBTQ+ visibility in marine science led her to abandon her childhood dream, Nicole Morris decided to re-route her life path to try and become a marine biologist, to conserve endangered rays...."
Watch Here. "Allow me to introduce a truly amazing colleague: In September and October of this year, I had the pleasure of working (often underwater) with the talented Nova West. Here, we are diving with a team of maritime archeologists off the coast of Maui..."
Read More. An expedition summary by Nautilus Live, topside and underwater footage by Nova West
"Ever wonder what lies beneath the ocean’s surface in Hawaiian waters? Besides the plethora of diverse geological formations and wildlife, you might be surprised to find out there are hidden pieces of history sitting at the bottom of the ocean. On the final leg of our From Shore to the Abyss partnership program with the National Geographic Society, the Maritime Heritage project team explored and documented maritime history. They dove on six different World War II era wreck sites off the coast of Maui and completed a visual survey of Shipwreck Beach in Lānaʻi. Using photogrammetry to create 3D virtual recreations of these historic sites assists archaeologists and other site managers with understanding how a site physically changes over time. This project also brings history and archeology to life for people around the world..." Watch Here. An expedition summary by Nautilus Live, topside and underwater footage by Nova West
"Led by Rozalia Project Founder and National Geographic Explorer Rachael Miller, the team observing the distribution of microplastics and anthropogenic microfiber pollution found in the surface waters and air surrounding the Hawaiian Islands of Maui, Lana'i, and Hawai'i Island. This research will contribute important knowledge to protect these essential waters..." Watch Here. An expedition summary by Nautilus Live, topside and underwater footage by Nova West
"For two weeks in September 2022, a team of scientists, conservationists, and educators part of Ocean Exploration Trust’s From Shore to the Abyss partnership with the National Geographic Society conducted research on sharks around Maui and the island of Hawai'i using low-impact and non-invasive research techniques. Led by Ariana Santos Agustines, team members aboard E/V Nautilus combined reef surveys, baited remote underwater system (BRUV) deployments, and environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis to add information to the global community’s knowledge of the diversity and abundance of shark species around the Hawaiian Islands..." Watch Here. |