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Chief Scientist/Principal Investigator

Checklist for Chief Scientist

Timeline of activities for the Chief Scientist with links and contacts used during the cruise planning process.

Long range scheduling & planning

Items such as foreign clearances and specialized shipboard equipment that may require long lead times or additional funding well in advance of a cruise are discussed here.

Before the Cruise

Information that you need to know before the cruise including the cruise planning questionnaire, policies and logistics.

Shipboard/At sea

Resources and details of shipboard procedures, ship and science party positions, technician responsibilities and other tips used at sea.

After the Cruise

The ship has tied up at the end of your cruise, What's next? Find out about the last day aboard ship, data distribution, logistics and post cruise report here.