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…
Speaker
Explorers Club Hawai’i Chapter
Exploration of Gorgonian Octocorals at Mesophotic Depths of the Indo-Pacific
Pohnpei 2025
25th August – 16th September
PRICES
Pohnpei Surf & Dive Club
Marcela Foundation
🪸 Methods in Mesophotic Research
3-week research expedition
Participate in ongoing mesophotic research, diving on the shear walls of Pohnpei, & Atolls Ahnd (UNESCO Site), & Pakin.
SEVENSEAS Media
“Pioneering marine biologist whose expertise in gorgonian octocorals and technical diving is advancing our understanding of deep-sea ecosystems and climate resilience.”
Research
Gorgonians • Mesophotic • Evolution • Genomics • Rebreathers • Reefs • Ecology • Deep Experiments
Expeditions
Research • Expeditions • Training • Rebreathers • Exploration
Engagement
To share is the most powerful tool for change.
New Location I 2025
December
Exact Dates Soon!
Explore where no rebreather divers have been before!
🪸 Methods in Mesophotic: Exploration
3-week expedition
Research planning & discussions with local partners are currently underway.
Click here to register your interest.
Pohnpei 2025
25th August - 16th September
PRICES
Pohnpei Surf & Dive Club
Marcela Foundation
🪸 Methods in Mesophotic Research
3-week research expedition
Participate in ongoing mesophotic research, diving on the shear walls of Pohnpei, & Atolls Ahnd (UNESCO Site), & Pakin.
Fiji 2026
April - May
Ocean Ventures Fiji
🪸 Methods in Mesophotic: Research
3-week expedition
Participate in mesophotic research & exploration, diving where no technical divers have been before. Tranquil waters & grass roots accommodation.
Affiliation
Research Faculty
Scientific Associate
Research Associate
Fellow
Fellow FN’18
Fellow
Funding and Support
