NEKTON
nek · ton | -tuh n noun – Zoology
‘Aquatic animals that are able to swim and move independently of water currents.’
PROJECT NEKTON:
The codename for the first descent to full ocean depth in 1960.
Our Story
Nekton is a not-for-profit research foundation and a UK registered charity established to accelerate the scientific exploration and protection of the ocean.
Strategic Focus & Approach
We work with and on behalf of ocean nations - combining applied research, knowledge exchange and ocean policy and public engagement activities to achieve maximum impact.
The Team
Nekton is run by a core team of management and staff across scientific research, marine operations, ocean policy, knowledge exchange, communications and multi-platform content creation and distribution.
Governance & Advisory
Nekton is a registered charity, led by a board of Trustees supported by an Advisory Board of experts.
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