From July 1–12, the Ocean Technology Campus hosted the third edition of the RoOT Summer School. Thirteen young professionals from across several countries came together to expand their knowledge, share perspectives, and dive into discussions around ocean technology. As part of the Future Cluster Ocean Technology Campus, the University of Rostock works closely with institutes and companies in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern to develop sustainable approaches for the future use of our oceans. Participants were given valuable insights into the cluster’s projects, highlighting the interdisciplinary collaboration between academia and industry.

The 2024 program centered on “Automated monitoring of the abiotic habitat” focusing on seafloor detection and the Warnow station project. Participants explored the demanding process of scientific sampling aboard research vessels and discovered how both innovative startups and well-established companies are pushing forward the development of underwater technologies and applications. They also gained hands-on insights into the design and operation of autonomous underwater systems for data collection - building a working mini-underwater measurement station as part of the Warnow Station project.