R/V Thomas G. Thompson (IMAGE) Office of Naval Research Caption The newly refurbished R/V Thomas G. Thompson on its way back to its home dock at the University of Washington School of Oceanography. The US Navy-owned research vessel recently completed an 18-month upgrade to extend its working life, improve operating systems, and bolster its research capabilities for the Navy and scientific organizations. Credit Credit: University of Washington Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.