IODP expeditions on the riserless and mission-specific platforms began in late June, 2004. Applications for expedition participation are being accepted for future expeditions. Application forms and instructions are available at the Regional Program Offices:

U.S. scientists may apply to the U.S. Science Support Program (USSSP)

Japanese scientists may apply to the Japan Drilling Earth Science Consortium (J-DESC)

Scientists in ECORD countries may apply to ECORD Science Support Advisory Committee (ESSAC)

Scientists in China may apply to the People's Republic of China, Ministry of Science and Technology