JOIDES RESOLUTION
Science in Search of Earth's Secrets
What is the JOIDES Resolution?
The JOIDES Resolution (JR) is a research vessel that drills into the ocean floor to collect and study core samples. Scientists use data from the JR to better understand climate change, geology and Earth’s history. It is a part of the International Ocean Discovery Program and is funded by the National Science Foundation.
Current Expedition
NON-IODP/TRANSIT
The JOIDES Resolution is currently in port in Hong Kong awaiting the next exciting expedition to the Amundsen Sea West Antarctic Ice Sheet set to sail on January 18, 2019.
There’s still plenty to explore on our site! You can:
- Read the #AntarticLog comics
- Take a tour of the JOIDES Resolution on our interactive research vessel tour page
- Sign up to connect your class or group with a ship-to-shore broadcast during the Amundsen expedition
- Visit our multimedia page
Time at Sea: 39 days
Date on Ship: Thursday January 17
Time on Ship: 19:43
PAST EXPEDITIONS
Click any marker to learn more about our past expeditions! Zoom in on the map for more accurate drill site locations.