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Katie Weston

Scientist lives underwater for 30 days - and even discovers a 'brand new species'

A scientist attempting to live underwater for 100 days says he has a discovered a brand new species.

Dr Joseph Dituri, 55, is staying in a bunker below the Atlantic Ocean to test how the human body is affected by long-term exposure to extreme pressure.

The retired Naval officer is being closely observed by medics, providing blood and urine samples, as well as performing various other tests and being psychologically evaluated.

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