CHEERS OCEANEERS!: June Meeting -Dr. Allison Cusick

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CHEERS OCEANEERS! JUNE 10th 2026
Scaling Phytoplankton Observations and Participatory Science at the Ends of the Earth

Dr. Allison Cusick
Join us to hear from Biological Oceanographer and Executive Director Dr. Allison Cusick about how she is reimagining the ocean data pipeline by transforming global sea-going travelers into an active network of climate data collectors. Driven by a vision to scale oceanographic data collection and bring science directly to the public, Allison launched a new 501(c)(3) non-profit, Plankton Base. This venture builds directly on the 9-year operational legacy of FjordPhyto, a citizen science program she co-founded and manages. Holding a Scripps PhD, a StartBlue alumnus with a MicroMBA, and running her own consulting LLC, Allison bridges high-level marine research with expedition tourism and participatory science leadership. Come discover how she is expanding this proven framework to build public trust with hands-on engagement and scaling global ocean stewardship. Her work solves critical data gaps at the base of the marine food web—powered by phytoplankton, the unsung heroes and microscopic engines running our planet

https://www.linkedin.com/in/womanscientist/

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Welcome to the monthly event for the IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society (OES), San Diego Chapter, which is hosting this meeting jointly along with TMA BlueTech (The Maritime Alliance), and MTS (Marine Technology Society).

Please join us for the main presentation and also plenty of time for networking and friendly conversation about everything oceanic, engineering, science, Blue Tech, and more. No need to be an IEEE or OES member, or TMA, or MTS. Everyone is invited!

When:
2nd Wednesdays
5:30pm - 7:30pm

Where:
Quantum Brewing
5375 Kearny Villa Rd #116
San Diego, CA 92123
Cost:
No ticket required, but please order something for yourself from the bar (beer and non-alcohol options avail).
Please note, there are numerous tasty restaurants next to Quantum (e.g., Anny's Burger, Chinese, Pho, Taco shop, Lao, Filippis) and there is no problem bringing your food in (some places will even walk it over).

Agenda:
5:30pm: Arrival and networking, order food/drinks for yourself.
6:15pm: OES and other hosting group announcements.
6:20pm: Main Presentation
6:40pm (approximately): “open mic” for any other attendees to present anything they like -ocean-related, of course (Examples: employers presenting opportunities for employment, job seekers presenting a quick bio, internship program opportunities, promoting other events, seeking funding, “show and tell” of any cool technology you are working on, etc.)
7:00pm to close: enjoy some drinks and chatting with fellow oceanic engineering enthusiasts.

RSVPs are appreciated for planning purposes.
https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/561638