The researcher, author, and bikini model Rosie Moore, who has been dubbed the “world’s sexiest scientist” by the media, participated in a shark research expedition aboard an exact replica of the vessel “Orca” from the iconic film “Jaws.” This was reported by the Daily Star.
According to Moore, the expedition took place on a purpose-built boat, the construction of which spanned nine years. The vessel was supplied to biologists from the Ocean First Institute, a research organization dedicated to studying and conserving shark populations. The project successfully merged cinematic heritage with contemporary science, repurposing a symbol of cinematic terror into a tool for conservation.
During the expedition, the scientists captured sharks, conducted brief examinations, affixed individual tracking tags, and then released the animals back into the ocean. This methodology facilitates the monitoring of these predators’ migrations, overall health, and population numbers without causing detriment to the ecosystem.
Rosie Moore emphasized that a primary objective of the expedition is to shift public perception regarding sharks. She stated that the team deliberately leverages their connection to the “Jaws” film to supplant the image of a bloodthirsty monster with a greater appreciation for the sharks’ pivotal role within the marine ecosystem. “We’re rewriting the ‘Jaws’ narratives—moving from fright to conservation,” the researcher explained.
Moore earned her degree from Atlantic University in Florida, where she initially began her ecological studies before proceeding to postgraduate work concentrating on water resources, geographic information systems, and remote sensing technologies. She actively utilizes her social media popularity to champion environmental protection and the safeguarding of marine life in the global ocean.
Previously, Moore has garnered public attention for actions related to animal protection. In December 2024, she rescued a snake that had wandered onto a busy highway in Florida and shared video footage of the incident. Her endeavors continue to generate significant interest, successfully integrating her scientific pursuits, public profile, and environmental advocacy.
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