Here are some examples of our projects
The "Merro Sinkhole" project focuses on the exploration and study of the world's deepest flooded sinkhole. Since 2000, a complex synergy has been developed involving cave divers, research institutions and universities for a comprehensive study of the cavity. Both Scientific Divers and ROVs have been used.
The Scuba Team of the Italian Fire Brigade collaborated to the operation providing key support. A documentary on the research was produced for the Italian National Television RAI. |
In the "Panarea Island" project, the study of underwater emissions of volcanic origin is used as natural analogue for the potential consequences of ocean acidifcation. The outcomes of the research are also useful for the development of monitoring techniques for sub-seabed geological storage.
A short clip shows the main features of the area. GeoAqua collaborated also in the study of deeper volcanic vents in Southern Japan. |
The "Capo d'Acqua" project is aimed at identifying the reasons of a peculiar behavior of a karst spring characterized by sudden flooding. Due to the direct study of the inner cave feeding the spring, a lake was discovered and monitored in order to achieve a better understanding of the hydrology of the spring. Follow the divers inside the cave in this video. |
GeoAqua is currently working with the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) as consultant in supporting the underwater activity of the WHOI Scientific Diving Team.
The activities include collaborating in the instruction of new scientific divers candidates, maintenance of underwater infrastructures such as the Martha's Vineyard Coastal Observatory and participating in new projects such as the testing of an innovative underwater docking platform for AUVs (Autonomous Underwater Vehicles) which will be part of the Ocean Observatories Initiative. It is a stimulating and challenging environment where the multidisciplinary skills and experience of GeoAqua make the difference. |