John is
probably responsible for saving more acres of living coral
than anyone in the world. While serving as Sanctuary
Biologist for the Key Largo National Marine Sanctuary, he
designed, tested, and established a mooring buoy system
for protecting coral reefs from anchor damage. John's
methods have proven so successful that his technology is
being implemented around the world, often under his
supervision.
Certified in
1964, John has utilized scientific scuba diving skills
throughout his career. After serving in Vietnam between
1966 and 1969, he participated in the SCORE saturation
mission in Hydrolab (Lucaya, Bahamas) utilizing the
Johnson Sea Link in submarine lock-out dives. In 1999 and
2000 he participated in the Sustainable Seas Program, and
in Dr. Sylvia Earle's absence filled in as chief scientist
for the 2001 Sustainable Seas Expedition/Mexico Leg
sponsored by NOAA and the National Geographic Society.
John
currently works for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration in marine science conservation, research,
and the management of coral reef environments. He also
supervises scientific diving operations, and acts as
scientific coordinator and dive supervisor for visiting
scientists.
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