The Earth Science Ocean Data Center is a specialized facility dedicated to the management, curation, and distribution of oceanographic data. ESODC collects and integrates data from satellite observations, research cruises, buoys, and autonomous systems to support scientific research, environmental monitoring, and climate studies. The center ensures data quality, accessibility, and interoperability, enabling researchers, policymakers, and the public to make informed decisions about ocean health, marine ecosystems, and global change. ESODC plays a vital role in advancing ocean science through open data services and collaborative research support.

Bob Lemoine

Bob Lemoine

Bob Lemoine is the Data Manager at the Earth Science Ocean Data Center, where he leads a cross-functional team of ocean scientists and software engineers. With extensive experience in Earth science data systems and marine informatics, Bob oversees the full lifecycle of ocean data management—from acquisition and processing to quality control and distribution.