{"title": "PR Deep", "logoImg": "bafkreievb7d27tjtngtx47a2mgaxvtwko6mqz6ywtmuyjrryjrgtohl43e", "website": "https://prdeep.super.site/", "createdAt": 1714514646852, "credentials": {}, "description": "The project, named Puerto Rico Deepwater Ecosystem Exploration Program (PR Deep) aims to explore the largely uncharted deep-sea areas around Puerto Rico. Despite the Puerto Rico Trench being the deepest point in the Atlantic Ocean, it remains vastly under-explored. It's mind-boggling how little we know about what is down there!\n\nThe project's central tool is \"Persephone,\" a recording device designed to withstand extreme underwater pressures, named after the Greek mythological queen of the underworld, who must travel to the underworld and back each year. We plan to begin by exploring a 3000 ft deep site southeast of Vieques Island to test Persephone's capabilities.\n\nOur goal is to capture video footage of deep-sea organisms, collect vital environmental data, and develop an affordable and efficient deep-sea exploration device. The broader goals include engaging the public through citizen science and expanding our understanding of deep-sea ecosystems, which could have significant scientific and environmental implications. \n\nInitial funding is sought to cover essential costs, such as a pressure testing device, with plans for more ambitious future missions to explore even deeper sites. Let's explore our beautiful and mysterious planet!\n\nWe believe that you don’t need to wait for an institution’s approval to investigate what you believe matters. We believe in our capability to be active participants in discovering the answers we seek.", "logoImgData": {}}