Alvin and Atlantis (IMAGE) University of Delaware Caption The scientists will live and work aboard the 274-foot research vessel Atlantis and dive to the vents in the famous submersible Alvin. Both vessels are owned by the US Navy and operated by Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Credit UD Photo 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.