We are excited to announce our significant presence at the upcoming One Ocean Science Congress (Nice, 3–6 June 2025), where members of our team will present their latest advancements in ocean monitoring and fiber optic sensing. This congress is a key event for discussing the future of ocean science and its applications.
Our contributions highlight the diverse applications of Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) and other innovative techniques like SMART cables for understanding and protecting our oceans.
Our Presentations:
Distributed Acoustic Sensing: A New Frontier For Continuous And Real-time Ocean Monitoring
- Authors: Amine Mohammedi; Anthony Sladen; Frédéric Bouchette; Aurélien Ponte; Samuel Meule; Jean-Paul Ampuero.
- Abstract: OOS2025-762
- Description: This presentation explores the transformative potential of DAS for continuous and real-time ocean monitoring, showcasing its capabilities across various oceanic processes.
Unlocking the Potential of Distributed Acoustic Sensing for Ocean Monitoring and Management
- Authors: Antoine Eceiza; Anthony Sladen; Olivier Brunel; Yannick Penneçot; Frédéric Mittaine; Jean-Michel Cottalorda.
- Abstract: OOS2025-473
- Description: We delve into the practical applications of DAS for enhanced ocean monitoring and management strategies, emphasizing its role in providing unprecedented data on biodiversity.
The Future of Whale Conservation: Harnessing Distributed Acoustic Sensing for Real-Time Monitoring
- Authors: Laurine Andres; Anthony Sladen; Nathan Dumont; Léa Bouffaut; Maylis Salivas; Susana Salvador; Jerome Lebrun; Audrey Galve.
- Abstract: OOS2025-1160
- Description: This contribution highlights the innovative use of DAS for real-time monitoring of marine mammals, particularly fin whales, paving the way for advanced conservation efforts.
Benthic habitat mapping using UAV photogrammetry and machine learning algorithms
- Authors: Laura Huguenin; Quentin Chenevier; Anthony Sladen; Antoine Eceiza; Frédéric Mittaine.
- Abstract: OOS2025-1264
- Description: This work, lead by the COSMA team, presents novel approaches to map benthic habitats using unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) photogrammetry combined with machine learning, offering high-resolution insights into seafloor ecosystems.
A Dual-Purpose Submarine Cable for Communication and Science: Monitoring Plate Boundaries and Ocean Health with the Tam-Tam SMART System
- Authors: Anthony Sladen and the Tam-Tam SMART cable scientific team.
- Abstract: OOS2025-1304
- Description: This presentation introduces the Tam-Tam SMART System, a pioneering initiative to demonstration that new submarine telecommunication cables can be designed for simultaneous scientific monitoring of plate tectonics and ocean health.
