Could we design an undersea colony that does not endanger its inhabitants?

Nature · Published 3 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: This National Geographic film explores the profound challenges of aquanaut survival and the scientific possibility of establishing safe, sustainable human life beneath the ocean's surface.

The video examines the fundamental question of whether humans can inhabit undersea colonies without facing severe risks to their safety. It delves into the complexities of designing environments that support life in one of Earth's most extreme frontiers.

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