Hidden ocean 6 Crossota millsae by Kevin Raskoff

Early explorers often included artists and photographers to chronicle their journeys, a tradition continued today with modern tools like laptops and electronic cameras. In 2005, a multinational team of 45 scientists ventured into the icy depths of the Canada Basin, expecting to discover new life forms due to its remoteness. Named 'The Hidden Ocean', this part of the Arctic is inaccessible for much of the year. From the U.S. Coast Guard icebreaker Healy, they studied life in extreme conditions using various photographic platforms and a specialized remotely operated vehicle. Their research aims to understand connections between ice, water, and the seafloor, crucial for assessing environmental changes in the Arctic over time.

• Historical explorers' visual documentation: Early modern explorers brought artists and photographers along to record their missions
• Modern exploration's visual legacy: Today's explorers carry on this tradition with advanced technology
• Arctic expedition in 2005: An international team of 45 scientists explored the Canada Basin's frigid depths
• Investigating Arctic life: Scientists studied extreme conditions using various photographic tools and a specialized ROV
• Kevin Raskoff's academic journey: American biologist Kevin Raskoff earned his Ph.D. and postdoc in organismal biology and ecology
• Raskoff's global exploration: Raskoff has worked on projects in various locations, from the Arctic to Japan