International Indian Ocean Expedition-2: A Basin-Wide Research Initiative

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Even though a number of studies have been undertaken, the Indian Ocean remains less studied compared to the other major oceans of the world.

Abstract: The Second International Indian Ocean Expedition (IIOE, 2015-2020) built on the legacy of the first IIOE-1 (1959-65) seeks to advance our understanding of the dynamics of the Indian Ocean and allied scientific issues.

The author is Former Director, NCAOR, Goa and former Coordinator, Joint Project Office of IIOE-2, INCOIS, Hyderabad. rajan.ncaor@gmail.com