Oscar Dyson is a state-of-the-art research ship with multiple science mission capabilities. Foremost among these capabilities is acoustic quieting technology, which will enable NOAA scientists to monior fish populations without altering their behavior. The ship has the capability to conduct hydroacoustic surveys of fish populations and simultaneously collect physical and biological oceanographic data, resulting in more effiicient data collection.

The following information should help with the planning and execution of your research cruise on the Oscar Dyson:

• Laboratory Spaces - The size, arrangement and equipment available in each of our laboratory spaces.
   
• Project Planning - Guidance to help plan a cruise on the Oscar Dyson.