One of the Greats

For one of my school assignments, I was asked to do research on a scientist that inspires us and make an infographic about them. Now, not knowing any marine biologists that are well known, I went to the internet to decide who to choose. I didn't just want someone who wrote a book about marine biology, but a person who was hands-on, exploring the field. That was when I found the illustrious Sylvia Earle. She has an incredible career, being the first female diver or male to descend over 1200 feet in a pressurized Jim Suit. She has also led countless historical expeditions both above and below the water. Learning about her, I imagined one day being even in her shadow. She advocates the protection and sanctuary of our oceans and their life.    

I got interested and listened to some of her talks around the world, amazing me even more. She has started up three companies creating new marine science technology and other important advances. She told, how in the past 50 years is where most of the damage has been done. She loves to dive and see/understand/know all she can about our planet's "heart". I'm have never experienced diving, but the thought of a shark swimming by me is both terrifying and liberating. Only 5% of our ocean has been explored, and even less understood by humans. If we don't start helping protect our main source of food, life, and water we'll lose our chance to save it at all. Her goal is to educate others and maybe not live to see the change, but know it's occurring in a positive manner. She should be an inspiration to everyone as she is to me.