Ocean Discovery Network

The ODN will focus research on Australia's vast marine jurisdiction by: 1. Providing a forum for developing coordinated marine research enterprises in the National Research Priority areas of biodiversity, exploitation of resources, seaway security and climate. 2. Developing innovative international research and providing a mechanism for involvement in international science programs 3. Advancing research capabilities between national and international ocean scientists with web-based data-exchange services and links to global databases 4. Facilitating the transfer of research skills to young investigators 5. Maximising multidisciplinary use of Australian ocean science capacity, particularly the National Facility Research Vessel and the RSV Aurora Australis