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Nearly 900 days since its last research dive—and the most extensive upgrade in its nearly 50-year history—the submersible Alvin is scheduled to return to the depths this morning on a science mission. Everyone on board the R/V Atlantis, from scientists to pilots to ship’s crew, is abuzz and eager to launch the new, improved sub. Read More →