The ACUA Underwater Archaeology Proceedings: Share Your Research
Now is the time to share your research! If you presented a maritime-related topic at the SHA in Detroit, consider submitting to the 2026 ACUA Underwater Archaeology Proceedings.
Deep Thoughts
Ideas, Issues, and Commentary from the ACUA
ACUA Mentoring in Motown: Move on Up!
Mentoring is a life-long necessity as our ex-officio member Bert Ho recently realized. The ACUA mentoring program is an opportunity for students/graduates/early career professionals to “get moving.”
A Spill, A Slip, A Hospital Trip – Safety on the Water
We’re often so focused on getting the data on a site, it’s easy to overlook the fundamentals of safety. Joe provides us all a great reminder of how important that aspect of training and refers are!
Onward and Downward with NOAA Ocean Exploration
Study of the human connection to the sea, rivers, and lakes has progressively moved into deeper waters thanks to multidisciplinary interests, developments in technology, and exploration-focused missions. NOAA Ocean Exploration is a leader in this space, and, together with partners, works to explore and uncover this connection in deep-ocean and poorly-understood environments. Read Phil Hartmeyer’s blog about about this exciting program.
Deep Sea Mining and Underwater Cultural Heritage
Deep Sea Mining (DSM) could have a devastating impact on the deep ocean floor’s benthic. deep dwelling organisms, and underwater cultural heritage. Charlotte Jarvis explains why.
UN Ocean 3, Ocean Heritage, and the BBNJ
During the second week of June, an estimated 10,000 participants converged in Nice, France for the 3rd UN Ocean Confernce. Athena Trakadas, co-chair of the ODHN, reports on the excellent work accomplished. Read all about it.
A Rising Tide: ACUA and SHA at the 2025 UNESCO 2001 Convention Statutory Meetings
Jeneva Wright represented the ACUA and the SHA at the 2025 UNESCO 10th Meeting of Member State Parties. Read all about this important meeting.
Plotting the Course: ACUA’s First Strategic Plan
ACUA’s first strategic plan acknowledges how far we have come and where we need to go next. Read all about it.
Living Wrecks: The Hybrid Ecology of SS Yongala
The SS Yongala is more than just a world class dive, it is a habitat for diverse marine life. Its preservation contributes to our understanding of the interface between the human-made and natural lifeforms. Maddy’s blog explores this important connection.
Casualty Resolution Archaeology: A Unique focus for Archaeological Methodology and Purpose
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency – and its predecessors – have been engaged in recovering lost and missing service personnel for nearly 50 years. It has spawned a new field of archaeology. Read more about it in Megan’s blog.
Lake Champlain Underwater Historic Dive Preserve System: 40-years of Success
Chris Sabick reviews the many successes and recent work at the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum., celebrating its 40th anniversary.
The Museum of Underwater Archaeology: A Collaborative Endeavor
Michelle Damian shares the latest offerings from the Museum of Underwater Archaeology, from proceedings to storymaps. Read all about it.