OceanX Education’s Impact Challenge invites teams of 2–5 emerging immersive creators, storytellers, communicators, and creative technologists to design bold concepts that transform ocean science into immersive educational experiences. The global call, open to all career stages, focuses on four thematic tracks—bioluminescence, microbial ecosystems, extreme ocean environments, and deep‑sea exploration—each encouraging innovative uses of projection mapping, virtual worlds, interactive exhibits, games, and participatory learning. Applications are due 14 August 2026 and are free to submit. Selected teams receive mentorship from OceanX educators, scientists, and technologists, access to proprietary science data and footage, and funding support to develop prototype experiences. Winners will showcase their work at the OceanX Summit and other public events, and may gain further opportunities such as residencies, immersive labs, and future development programs aboard the R/V OceanXplorer. The challenge emphasizes scientific integrity, audience insight, emotional impact, and scalability, aiming to build a pipeline for the future of ocean learning.