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Integrated Ocean Drilling Program

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IODP-MI & The Smithsonian Institution

Scientists from the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program (IODP) collect sediments drilled from Earth’s crust. This marine research program supported by 24 countries is increasing our understanding of Earth’s history, structure, and changing environment. Learn more about deep sea drilling from the Japanese vessel Chikyu and in our deep ocean exploration section.