Why Do We Need To Study The Earth's Seafloor

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The American Frontier was long a source of inspiration for the US. It propelled us through economic crises, contributed to a national identity, and provided many of the resources needed for the nation’s survival. This frontier was closed in 1890.
In the 20th century another frontier was opened: space.
Now it is time to explore a frontier closer to home. One which provides a crucial source of food, energy, and security. The frontier that covers two-thirds of the planet’s surface: the earth’s seafloor.
Researching the earth's seafloor would provide crucial information about ancient life as it would be possible to gain more information about hydrothermal vents: the home of large ancient animals. Understanding the way these animals lived could help humans develop new forms of harnessing energy and providing food to an ever growing world. …show more content…
However, before scientists can begin to gather information about early earth life, they must first develop a mechanism for collecting the information. At 4,000 meters below sea level, the earth’s seafloor cannot be mapped without new, novel technology.
I hope to work with Dr. Andre Cavalcanti at Pomona college to develop the technology needed to explore the deep sea so that ancient life can be studied. Both of us have an interest in the origin and evolution of the genetic code, and the implications of different modifications of the code. By studying ancient marine life not only would we gain crucial information about the ancient code, but we would also learn how the code has already been modified and how it can be modified in the future to aid
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