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Congrats to Oscar Schofield for being awarded the MTS Fellow Award

Designation as a Marine Technology Society Fellow is one of the highest accolades a member can achieve. Since 1975, this title has been awarded to MTS members who have made outstanding contributions to the advancement of the Society’s objectives and who have distinguished accomplishments and experience in their professional fields.

Oscar is a visionary whose work has transformed ocean observation. With a foundation in biology and ocean optics, Oscar’s career at Rutgers University led to the creation of the Coastal Ocean Observation Lab, which integrates satellites, radar, and autonomous underwater vehicles to study ocean ecosystems. His innovative use of underwater glider technology has opened new frontiers in marine research….