Ocean on Instagram: "NASA never stopped exploring the ocean. While it is true that NASA's primary focus is space, the agency has a robust Earth Science Division that treats the ocean as a vital part of the "Earth system." The misconception often stems from the fact that a separate agency, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), was established in 1970 to lead underwater exploration, leading some to believe NASA "quit" the sea. In reality, NASA is more active in ocean research