OVERVIEW:
- Scientists in the Sea (JSIS) was founded in 2005 with a mission of creating new divers, scientists, and engineers who possess the passion and skills to not only enjoy the ocean, but work to protect it.
- JSIS teaches diving physiology, diving physics, equipment safety and usage, and trains students in American Academy of Underwater Sciences scientific diving and research techniques.
- Please see their website for contact information and other details: www.jsisinc.org
KEY EVENTS/PROGRAMS/SERVICES:
- Scuba Diving & Associated Training: High school students are trained in scuba diving, physiology and safety, science diving techniques, and marine biology and aquatic stewardship. All high school students are supervised by undergraduate students, and all programs are managed by graduate students.
HOW TO COLLABORATE:
- Key Opportunities: Support a student or chapter, engage as an undergraduate mentor or graduate program manager
- Contact: JSIS can be contacted over the phone at (202) 899-5818, or you can contact Les Burke, the program’s founder, via email: les@jsisinc.org.
PAST EXAMPLES OF BROADER IMPACTS COLLABORATION:
- None are available at this time.