Renowned underwater explorer Robert Ballard is a veteran of more than 125 expeditions, many in search of lost ships and ancient artifacts. President of the Institute for Exploration in Mystic, Connecticut, and director of the Institute for Archaeological Oceanography at the University of Rhode Island, Ballard is best known for his 1985 discovery of the wreck of the Titanic.

Committed to fostering the next generation of explorers, Ballard founded the JASON Foundation for Education to inspire students to pursue learning in science, math, and technology through exploration and discovery.

Ballard, a former commander in the U.S. Naval Reserve, has received more than 30 awards, including six military honors and National Geographic's highest award, the Hubbard Medal. In his presentations, Ballard shares stories of his underwater adventures and his vision of how technology can continue to advance the frontiers of exploration.

The Last Great Frontier
In this visually gripping presentation, Ballard shares his passion for the last great uncharted territory. Working closely with NOAA, Ballard uses cutting-edge science and technology to explore the ocean's depths in order to better understand and preserve our waters for the generations that follow.

Human History Underwater
From perfectly preserved wooden ships lying on the bottom of the Dead Sea to historically significant ships from the great world wars, Ballard's discoveries add to the knowledge of our past.

Telepresence
Ballard describes an application of technology that permits scientists, engineers, students, and teachers to experience the ocean floor "live" without leaving their offices or classrooms.