Members:
Juli Eanna C. Berdeflor
Wella Faith Molina
Armani Padilla
Zandroe Angelo Morales
Abigail Undan
Ronella Joyce Baldostamon
Submitted to: Mr. Sammy Brian R. Clar
January 31, 2025
Born on August 30, 1935, in the quaint town of Gibbstown, New Jersey, Sylvia
Earle is a renowned pioneer in the fields of exploration and oceanography. She is
widely recognized by her peers for her extensive research and advocacy work,
and she is celebrated for her groundbreaking contributions. Earle is notable for
having broken the record for the longest walk on the ocean floor.
Being a true pioneer, she has successfully used contemporary scuba gear and
equipment to investigate the complex marine algae ecosystems, greatly
expanding our knowledge of these important organisms. Along with her scientific
endeavors, Earle has written a number of enlightening books and created
gripping documentaries that all work to increase public awareness of the serious
risks that pollution and overfishing pose to the health of our oceans.
Through her relentless dedication and tireless efforts, Sylvia Earle continues to
inspire a global movement focused on ocean conservation and preservation.
Sylvia Earle's unwavering passion and tireless work continue to inspire a global
movement for ocean conservation and preservation.
Jacques Cousteau was a renowned French naval officer, oceanographer,
filmmaker, and author, born on June 11, 1910, in Saint-André-de-Cubzac. He
died in Paris on June 25, 1997. Cousteau is celebrated for his pioneering
undersea explorations and co-inventing the Aqua-Lung, which revolutionized
scuba diving. Throughout his career, he uncovered the wonders of the deep sea,
advocated for whale conservation, and was the first to capture footage of a
swimming nautilus.
Jacques Cousteau is best known for co-inventiong the self-contained underwater
breathing apparatus caLed the Aqualung alongside his partner Emile Gagnan in
1943. This groundbreaking invention revolutionized underwater exploration and
work. With the Aqualung, Cousteau could dive as deep as 60 feet and stay
underwater for up to 80 seconds. He famously stated, “The sea, once it casts its
spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.”
Joseph Proudman was a prominent British oceanographer, born on December
30, 1888, in the village of Unsworth, Lancashire. He died on June 26, 1975, in
the town of Fordingbridge, Hampshire. Proudman is widely recognized for his
significant contributions to the Taylor-Proudman theorem, which has become
foundational in the study of the complex behaviors of rotating fluids—a critical
aspect of ocean dynamics.
Proudman's research encompassed several essential dimensions of
oceanography, including the study of tides, turbulence, temperaturere variations,
and salinity levels, particularly within the Irish Sea. His exploration of the
dynamics associated with storm surges provided valuable insights into the forces
that influence coastal environments. Through his rigorous investigations, he
made substantial advancements in the scientific understanding of fluid dynamics
in marine ecosystems, elucidating the intricate interactions that occur within
these systems.
John Wesley Powell made significant contributions to hydrology from his
groundbreaking expedition in 1869, which took him through the Grand Canyon
and along the Colorado River. This extraordinary journey, carried out by a group
of nine men navigating difficult waters and mapping the rugged landscape,
resulted in detailed documentation that offered crucial insights into the region’s
complex water systems. Powell carefully recorded information about river flow,
sediment transport, and geological formations, which laid the groundwork for
understanding arid environments.
His experiencees during this expedition greatly shaped his views on sustainable
water management, especially given the challenges posed by water scarcity in
the arid western United States. Powell advocated for a more thoughtful approach
to water use, emphasizing the importance of careful planning and fair distribution
among users. He cautioned against unsustainable practices, such as over-
extracting water supplies, which could lead to ecological damage and conflicts
among various stakeholders.
German oceanographer Georg Wüst was born in Posen, Germany (now
Poznán, Poland) on June 15, 1890, and passed away in Erlangen, W.
Germany, on November 8, 1977. Through the collection and analysis of
numerous systematic observations, Wüst created the first nearly
comprehensive understanding of the Atlantic Ocean’s deep circulation
and physical structure.
Wüst graduated from the University of Berlin in 1919 with a doctorate. The
German Atlantic (1925–27) expedition had Wüst as its chief oceanographer
following the death of his teacher Alfred Merz. Moreover, he oversaw the 1938
International Gulf Stream expedition. Using the research ship “Meteor,” the
Atlantic expedition was the first to study an entire ocean and is still regarded as
one of the largest oceanographic surveys ever carried out. The abundance of
information gathered led Wüst to create Cross-sectional profiles revealed
the Atlantic's complex temperature and salinity stratification, as well as
its deep-current structure.
