The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) web site describes its programs on marine environmental protection, fisheries and ecosystems, climate change, coastal area management, the Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS), data and information management, and disaster mitigation as well as its regional programs. Topical science theme programs can be found in the IOC Global Ocean Sciences section. Many of these program subsites offer relevant online publications and others can be found in the IOC e-library section of this site. A find-a-scientist service is provided through the OceanExpert database. The OceanTeacher section offers training in developing and maintaining marine data and information systems. The OceanPortal is an extensive virtual library. A glossary of oceanography and related geoscience terms is supplied as well as an acronym dictionary. Information on IOC structure and membership are also available.
