Shipboard Scientific Support Equipment

University Of Georgia Research Foundation Inc, Athens GA

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Abstract

ABSTRACT 02 July 2012 Proposal Number: 1216510 Institution: Skidaway Institute of Oceanography PI: M. Richter Co-PI: J. Sanders This proposal requests two Shipboard Scientific Support Equipment items for the University of Delaware for use aboard the R/V HUGH R. SHARP; namely a new double-articulated side A-frame and up-grades to an existing portable deck winch. Both items will enhance safety and provide greatly improved support capabilities to a wide variety of scientific projects. Broader Impact and Intellectual Merit: The PI addressed the Broader Impact and Intellectual Merit of the proposed equipment specifically for the R/V HUGH R. SHARP. The research projects supported have been individually peer-reviewed for scientific merit. During operations, these vessels routinely expose graduate and undergraduate students to seagoing oceanography. Specifically, College of Marine and Earth Studies participates in a large number of outreach programs including open house events (Coast Day), participation the MATE program, and educational cruises. The College also hosts the UNOLS East Coast Van Pool. The R/V HUGH R. SHARP is scheduled to support over 90 NSF-funded days in CY 2012.