 National Undersea Research Program

The National Undersea Research Program (NURP) is a program that was established in the United States to promote and support underwater research and exploration. It is typically associated with advancing scientific knowledge of the ocean and its ecosystems, as well as improving technology and methods for underwater research. NURP has historically been a part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and has aimed to facilitate the use of submersible vehicles and other underwater tools to assist scientists in their research.