Dive into the depths of our planet with Dr. Robert Ballard in this inspiring EarthX2026 keynote. Introduced by EarthX CEO Peter Simek. Discover how deep‑sea exploration, black smokers, and chemosynthesis reshaped our understanding of life on Earth, and what this means for the search for life on other ocean worlds. Learn how remotely operated vehicles, telerobotics, and real‑time global participation are democratizing ocean science and education.