Key Facts
• November 22: International Oceanographic Data Center (GODAC) in Nago opens to the public.
• Annual event marks GODAC’s founding anniversary on November 24, 2001.
• Organized by JAMSTEC and GODAC to promote marine science and community engagement.
• Features workshops, quizzes, and the popular “GODAC Science Talk” by researchers.
• Marine segment includes underwater sound quizzes and deep-sea exploration project results.
• Earth segment includes live broadcast from research vessel “Chikyu” and Arctic discussions.
• Space segment highlights “Ocean Weather Forecast” by JAXA and JAMSTEC researchers.
• Activities include operating underwater robots and learning marine biology through games.
• Event hours: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM; admission is free.
Summary
The International Oceanographic Data Center (GODAC) in Nago will host its annual public event on November 22, celebrating its founding anniversary. Organized by JAMSTEC and GODAC, the event aims to share marine science research and foster community interaction. Highlights include the “GODAC Science Talk,” featuring researchers discussing marine, earth, and space topics. Attendees can explore underwater sound technology, deep-sea discoveries, and live broadcasts from the research vessel “Chikyu.” JAXA and JAMSTEC will also present their collaborative “Ocean Weather Forecast” project. Interactive activities, such as underwater robot operation and marine biology games, will engage visitors. The event runs from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM with free admission.
