Vision and mission

The deep sea remains one of Earth's last frontiers, with vast unknowns about its geodynamics, ecosystems, and biological potential. At the Centre for Deep Sea Research in Bergen, Norway, we approach deep-sea exploration through interdisciplinary collaboration, striving to be a global leader in groundbreaking research and transformative discoveries.

Vision  

Our vision is to push the boundaries of scientific understanding, advancing knowledge of deep-sea environments and their geological and biological potential.

Mission  

The Centre for Deep Sea Research is dedicated to advancing knowledge of the deep ocean's geological development, biological adaptations, biodiversity, and mineral resource potential. Our interdisciplinary team of scientists and technicians works to better understand how geological, chemical and biological processes intersect in complex environments (such as seafloor hydrothermal systems). We bridge fundamental research with real-world applications, linking science, education, technology, and industry through collaborations with international universities and ocean observation networks, local and national subsea industries, and other research institutions.

Our research is organized into five interconnected multidisciplinary groups with special interest in the Norwegian-Greenland Sea and the Arctic Ocean. Together, we aim to push the frontiers of deep-sea science and innovation.