Dr. Sonia J. Rowley
Scientist • Gorgonian Octocorals • Evolution
Rebreather Diver • Expedition Leader
Integrating >41 years Diving Experience with
Scientific Research & Exploration
Featured on the cover of Science
Featured at the Steinhart Aquarium Twilight Zone Exhibit
Featured in Diver Magazine & more…
Pohnpei 2026
Dates TBC
Nihco Marine Park
Marcela Foundation
🪸 Methods in Mesophotic ResearchÂ
3-week research expedition
Over 10-yrs of mesophotic research, diving on the shear walls of Pohnpei, & Atolls Ahnd (UNESCO Site), & Pakin.
Research
Gorgonians • Mesophotic • Evolution • Genomics • Rebreathers • Reefs • Ecology • Deep Experiments
ExpeditionsÂ
Research • Expeditions • Training • Rebreathers • Exploration
Engagement
To share is the most powerful tool for change.
Timor-Leste 2025
PRICES
Research Exploration where no rebreather divers have gone before!
🪸 Methods in Mesophotic: Exploration
3-week research expedition
Working with local communities & government agencies to discover new species to science.
Pohnpei 2026
Dates TBC
Nihco Marine Park
Marcela Foundation
🪸 Methods in Mesophotic ResearchÂ
3-week research expedition
Over 10-yrs of mesophotic research, diving on the shear walls of Pohnpei, & Atolls Ahnd (UNESCO Site), & Pakin.
New Location I 2026
December
Exact Dates Soon!
🪸 Methods in Mesophotic: Exploration
3-week research expedition
Participate in mesophotic research, conservation, & community outreach where research at these depths has not been possible before.
Click here to register your interest.
Affiliation
Research Faculty
Scientific Associate
Research Associate
Fellow
Fellow FN’18
Fellow
