AAUS provides students and researchers exposure to individuals, agencies, and organizations with on-going programs in undersea research. Look below for special offers from our sponsors to AAUS members. Annual Symposium held at scientific institutions around the country. Hear presentations from diving scientists and industry professionals from around the world, and meet the instrumental players in the science diving community. AAUS Manual Standards for Scientific Diving Certification and Operations for Scientific Diving Programs is the accepted standard of the community.
Workshops provide members with hands-on experience in specific diving subjects.
Proceedings from Annual Symposia and workshops are distributed to members for a nominal fee. The Slate , the quarterly newsletter of the AAUS provides a major communication link between all AAUS members. Peace of Mind Most importantly, your membership to the American Academy of Underwater Sciences lets you know that you are helping to ensure scientific diving will continue in a safe and effective manner in the future. And as an Organizational member, you can feel comfortable in the knowledge that your program is participating in underwater research in a manner consistent with the standard of practice for the entire community.