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# 2024 MSMNE Symposium at BGR: Innovations in Deep Sea Exploration
[ Admin](https://news.north.io/en/author/admin) Jun 10, 2024
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Blog Narration: 2024 MSMNE Symposium at BGR by north.io
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The Federal Institute for Geosciences and Resources ([Bundesanstalt für Geowissenschaften und Rohstoffe, BGR](https://www.bgr.bund.de/DE/Themen/MarineRohstoffforschung/Meeresforschung/Erkundung-mariner-mineralischer-Rohstoffe/erkundung-mariner-mineralischer-rohstoffe_node.html;jsessionid=6BF2EE9446A03E89E7F2F35F480E53B5.internet981)) annually gathers experts and collaborators in deep-sea operations and mineral exploration. This prestigious symposium, known as the MSMNE Symposium (Massive Sulfide and Manganese Nodule exploration and Environmental studies), serves as a platform for presenting cutting-edge research, discussing new approaches, and fostering innovation in the field. BGR oversees activities in two German exploration licenses, including offshore data acquisition, environmental background studies, and resource assessment. The event is a cornerstone for advancing knowledge and methodologies in deep-sea exploration.
This year, [north.io](http://north.io/) had the privilege to introduce the [KIMERA project](https://north.io/en/projects/kimera) to the expert community. The KIMERA project aims to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to support expert-driven guidance in the vast and largely unexplored deep sea. The project addresses a critical gap: the valuable expert knowledge about the deep sea is often not digitized or available in an AI-compatible format. Under the direction of [GEOMAR](https://www.geomar.de/kimera), [north.io](http://north.io) is developing an innovative annotation tool that facilitates the digitization of this expert knowledge. This tool enables experts to map their insights simply and collaboratively, making this crucial information accessible for AI predictions and fostering more meaningful outcomes.
These AI-driven outcomes are poised to provide essential guidance for sustainable deep sea management. The map view generated through this process offers an ideal solution for marine spatial planning, balancing economically driven activities with environmental protection. This approach is not only crucial for the German license areas but also has global implications for ocean management.
In conclusion, the MSMNE symposium from BGR highlights the importance of collaborative efforts and technological advancements in deep sea exploration and resource management. The KIMERA project, with its innovative use of AI and expert knowledge, exemplifies the potential for achieving sustainable and well-informed exploration practices. As we continue to push the boundaries of our understanding of the deep sea, such initiatives will be vital in ensuring that economic interests and environmental stewardship go hand in hand.
[More about KIMERA](https://north.io/en/projects/kimera)
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