American Academy of Underwater Sciences
Encyclopedia
The American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) is a group of Scientific organizations and individual members who conduct scientific and educational activities underwater. It was organized in 1977 and incorporated in the State of California in 1983.
as the "Standard" for scientific diving. These standards are followed by all AAUS Organizational Members allowing for reciprocity
between institutions. Each institution is responsible for upholding the standards within its program and among its divers. The AAUS peer review
s this article on a regular basis, they represent the consensus of the scientific diving community and state-of-the-art technologies.
. This project is ongoing.
Mission
The mission of the AAUS is to facilitate the development of safe and productive scientific divers through education, research, advocacy, and the advancement of standards for scientific diving practices, certifications, & operations.Scientific diving standards
The AAUS is responsible for the promulgation of the AAUS Standards for Scientific Diving Certification and Operation of Scientific Diving Programs. These are the consensual guidelines for scientific diving programs in the US, and are recognized by Occupational Safety and Health AdministrationOccupational Safety and Health Administration
The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration is an agency of the United States Department of Labor. It was created by Congress of the United States under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, signed by President Richard M. Nixon, on December 29, 1970...
as the "Standard" for scientific diving. These standards are followed by all AAUS Organizational Members allowing for reciprocity
Reciprocity (international relations)
In international relations and treaties, the principle of reciprocity states that favours, benefits, or penalties that are granted by one state to the citizens or legal entities of another, should be returned in kind....
between institutions. Each institution is responsible for upholding the standards within its program and among its divers. The AAUS peer review
Peer review
Peer review is a process of self-regulation by a profession or a process of evaluation involving qualified individuals within the relevant field. Peer review methods are employed to maintain standards, improve performance and provide credibility...
s this article on a regular basis, they represent the consensus of the scientific diving community and state-of-the-art technologies.
Library
Many of the AAUS publications have been scanned and are available online at the Rubicon Research RepositoryRubicon Foundation
Rubicon Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization devoted to contributing to the interdependent dynamic between research, exploration, science and education. The foundation, started in 2002, is located in Durham, North Carolina and is primarily supported by donations and grants. Funding has...
. This project is ongoing.