Sampling aboard the RV Mirabilis off the Coast of Namibia. Samples of the water column and sediment from the ocean floor were collected.

Katie Crowley and collaborator, Diana Dumit pose on deck of the Mirabilis. Katie Crowley selfies with other crew members. Diana Dumit filters seawater back in the ship’s lab space.

Welwitschia mirabilis plant was seen in the Namib Desert.