Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre is a world-class teaching and research facility located on the outer west coast of Vancouver Island, Canada. The Marine Centre supports diverse coastal and marine research of the highest calibre and is recognized as among the very best research and training facilities in the world. BMSC offers unparalleled access to a wide array of environments – including unique coastal, freshwater, marine, and rainforest habitats and exceptional species diversity. Bamfield, BC, Canada

This interdisciplinary center provides a focal point for research in coastal processes and coastal engineering. Members of the center are coastal engineers, coastal geologists and oceanographers, primarily from the University of Delaware and the Middle-Atlantic area. Coastal engineering is the study of the processes ongoing at the shoreline and construction within the coastal zone. The field involves aspects of nearshore oceanography, marine geology, and civil engineering, often directed at combating erosion of coasts or providing navigational access. University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware

The Center for Coastal Physical Oceanography at Old Dominion University was established to promote research on the physical oceanography of the coastal ocean and related oceanographic processes. The coastal ocean is the focus of increasing research for reasons relating to both short-term anthropogenic impacts and long-term global change. Norfolk, Virginia

WELCOME to Coastal Carolina University's Marine Science Department. We are the largest undergraduate marine science program on the East Coast and one of the lead departments in CCU's Coastal Marine and Wetland Studies graduate program. With our ideal location near the coast and collection of research-active faculty committed to undergraduate teaching, our strength is in providing individual attention and hands-on opportunities for students. Marine science is an interdisciplinary field that employs aspects of biology, chemistry, geology, and physical oceanography/atmospheric science toward the study of the ocean environment. Conway, South Carolina

The Scripps Oceanographic Collections at UC San Diego are world-renowned repositories supporting scientific research, educating current and future generations, stimulating curiosity, and supplying information to governmental agencies and public policy makers. These collections provide the basis for understanding the ocean's biodiversity, the evolutionary history of life on Earth, and the rates and characteristics of climate change. The holdings of the Scripps collections are irreplaceable because they record the state of the ocean environment at specific points in time. The collections are archives of information concerning the present and past states of the world ocean, which furnish the foundation for predicting the future.

The College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences is the center of Earth sciences research and academic programs at Oregon State University. Our scientists and students are on the frontlines of discovery, from the depths of the ocean to remote mountain peaks, from our backyards to the ends of the Earth, and from the state-of-the-art labs that line our halls to the communities that we serve with the outcomes of our research. In all disciplines, our faculty are renowned for their science and valued for their expertise. Corvallis, Oregon

The Department of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Science (EOAS) conducts research and offers instruction in the fields of Environmental Science, Geology, Oceanography, and Meteorology. The Department’s goals are to contribute to scientific knowledge by conducting world‐class research, and to be a source of information for the public and decision makers. The department offers undergraduate degrees in environmental sciences with a strong interdisciplinary core, and in geology and meteorology. Graduate degrees are offered in environmental science, geology, oceanography and meteorology at MS and PhD levels. Tallahassee, Florida

The Department of Ocean & Earth Sciences acquires and disseminates knowledge of the earth system, including the relationships among the biological, chemical, geological and physical components of our planet. It is critical that we understand both natural and human-induced processes that change this system so we are prepared to meet present and future challenges. With curiosity, creativity, scholarship, and respect as cornerstones of our philosophy, we strive to increase scientific knowledge and literacy through excellence in research, education, and service to the Commonwealth of Virginia and society in general. Norfolk, Virginia

University of Cape Town. The Department of Oceanography, the only one of its kind in sub-Saharan Africa, aims to advance our knowledge of all facets of the oceans around Africa and in the Southern Hemisphere, and to use this knowledge for the benefit of people everywhere. Emphasis is on the physical environment in the oceans and atmosphere and their interactions. As the only university department of its kind in sub-Saharan Africa, it is the major focus for teaching and research in physical oceanography, atmospheric science and climatology in South Africa and elsewhere in Africa. The Department has Research groupings in sea-going observations, satellite marine remote sensing, coastal oceanography, numerical modelling, the science underpinning operational oceanography, marine and coastal meteorology, severe weather, and climate change and variability.

The future of human knowledge about the ocean rests in a motivated graduate student or post-doctoral researcher, a curious undergraduate, or a bright young high school student. WHOI is helping shape this future by offering a wide range of programs and opportunities for students and young scientists at all stages of their development. WHOI is the world's leading non-profit oceanographic research organization. Our mission is to explore and understand the ocean and to educate scientists, students, decision-makers, and the public. Woods Hole, Massachusetts

The Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO) is the state of Florida designated oceanographic organization for facilitating education and research in the marine and coastal environments. Established in 1967 by the Florida Board of Regents to place Florida scientists at the forefront of efforts to understand and protect the oceans, FIO became an Academic Infrastructure Support Organization (AISO) in 2009 with the University of South Florida designated as its host institution. FIO currently operates two large research vessels-the R/V Weatherbird II (115') and the R/V W.T. Hogarth (78'), as well as a full-service field laboratory in the Florida Keys- Keys Marine Laboratory (KML). St. Petersburg, Florida

The mission of the FSUCML is to conduct innovative, interdisciplinary research focused on the coastal and marine ecosystems of the northeastern Gulf of Mexico, with a focus on solving the ecological problems faced by the region by providing the scientific underpinnings for informed policy decisions. We collaborate with scientists from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, NOAA Fisheries, the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve, and the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge. St. Teresa, Florida

Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute (GMGI) was launched in 2013 in the belief that the ocean represents a new source of opportunity. As a not-for-profit whose ambitious mission is to "address critical challenges facing our oceans, human health and the environment through innovative scientific research and education," GMGI is demonstrating that there is vast potential in marine science discovery powered by genomics. Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute addresses critical challenges facing our oceans, human health and the environment through innovative scientific research and education. By bringing world-class science and transformative workforce development to Gloucester's historic waterfront, GMGI is catalyzing the regional economy. Gloucester, Massachusetts

GMRI is a neutral, nonprofit organization that catalyzes solutions to the complex challenges of ocean stewardship and economic growth in the Gulf of Maine bioregion. Based in Portland, Maine, GMRI utilizes a dynamic fusion of science, education, and community to affect change from multiple directions while remaining committed to its core principles of objectivity and collaboration. Our free, immersive, and authentic science education experiences develop the universal skills needed for active citizenship and rewarding careers. Portland, Maine

Founded in 1971, Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute is a research community of approximately 150 marine scientists, engineers, educators and other professionals focused on Ocean Science for a Better World. The institute drives innovation in ocean engineering and exploration, coral research and conservation, marine drug discovery, estuarine and coastal ecology and observation, marine mammal research and conservation, ocean dynamics and modeling, aquaculture and marine science education. Fort Pierce, Florida

The Institute of Marine and Coastal Sciences (IMCS) is a world-class oceanographic research institute dedicated to discovering and communicating exciting and critical science about our planet for the benefit of society. Our philosophy emphasizes the importance of understanding the processes that govern change and sustainability in the world's oceans to best use and protect our vital marine and coastal resources. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.

The Institute of Marine Sciences is a unique collaborative effort to increase our knowledge of the world's oceans, the complex processes that affect their behavior, their fascinating inhabitants and to understand their economic importance and also the impact people and changing environmental conditions and climate have on them. Our researchers ask questions that are as old as the ocean basins and as current as today's weather. What real estate will rising sea levels consume and when? What do deep-sea sediments tell us about ancient climates, and great earthquakes, past and future? What do marine mammals hear and how do they respond to human-generated sound in the ocean? How do elephant seals migrate thousands of miles with absolute precision? What can kelp forests and other marine plants tell us about the health of our coastal ocean? How has terrestrial runoff contributed to what appear to be an increasing frequency of harmful algal blooms? What strategies will work best for protecting endangered species? Our renowned researchers and affiliated faculty conduct investigations as close to home as Monterey Bay and as distant as the ice shelves of Antarctica and the deep-sea floor around the margins of the Pacific Basin. UC Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California

A research division of Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO). The organizing principle of the Integrative Oceanography Division (IOD) resides in a shared commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary science. "Integrative" denotes our philosophy that multiple approaches are important in creating a better understanding of the ocean system. We take great pride in our membership of physical, biological, chemical and geological oceanographers, climate and information scientists, data and information managers, engineers, technicians, education specialist, administrative and management professionals. IOD distinguishes itself as scientific home for researchers working at the boundaries of traditional academic spheres, and generating growing programs in the integration of research with informatics as well as with education and public outreach. From pelagic to benthic ecology, shoreline to open ocean dynamics, data to information systems, our research encompasses field work, laboratory experimentation and computer modeling to acquire, integrate, synthesize and understand diverse data sets to elucidate the underlying dynamics of complex, multidimensional ocean systems. San Diego, California

The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation is dedicated to the conservation and restoration of living oceans and pledges to champion their preservation through research, education and a commitment to Science Without Borders. Our mission is to protect and restore ocean health by providing science-based solutions. We want to make ocean conservation a high priority and hope that our work empowers people to keep ocean resources healthy and sustainable. The Foundation was established in 2000 by His Royal Highness Prince Khaled bin Sultan of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Since then, the Foundation has organized many large-scale scientific surveys including the Global Reef Expedition, the world’s largest coral reef survey and high-resolution habitat mapping expedition. Based in the United States, our core staff are located in Annapolis, MD and work closely with scientists and partners around the world to study the health and resiliency of coral reefs. Annapolis, Maryland

The Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) is dedicated to scientific discovery and improving the human condition through research and education in biology, biomedicine, and environmental science. Founded in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, in 1888, the MBL is a private, nonprofit institution and an affiliate of the University of Chicago. The MBL has approximately 300 year-round employees, about half of which are scientists and science support staff. The staff is joined each year by more than 300 visiting scientists, summer staff, and research associates from hundreds of institutions around the world, as well as a large number of faculty and students participating in MBL courses. Woods Hole, Massachusetts

The Marine Physical Laboratory (MPL) is an organized research unit serving an integral part of the academic environment of Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the University of California, San Diego by playing an important role in the sponsorship and supervision of graduate student research in areas of ocean sciences and technology. San Diego, California

UGA marine scientists are involved in understanding how climate change affects the oceans. Engaging and educating students and citizens about Georgia's coasts and the world's oceans. We undertake research in many diverse locations around the world. Our research along the coastal areas of Georgia includes the Georgia Coastal Ecosystems Long Term Ecological Research Project (GCE-LTER) and the Sapelo Island Microbial Carbon Observatory (SIMCO). Our research also takes us as far afield as the Arctic and Southern Oceans, the Equatorial Atlantic and Pacific and many places in between. Athens, Georgia

MARIS is highly involved in developing and operating Marine and Oceanographic Data Management services and networks on a pan-European scale. We are participating as coordinator or technical coordinator or as partner in a range of EU-funded projects aiming at harmonising and standardising discovery and access to marine and ocean data as well as at generating and publishing pan-European data products. In these projects MARIS is playing a significant role in the development of technical infrastructures and long-term strategies for wider use of oceanographic and marine data and sustained operation. Nootdorp, The Netherlands

The Medina Aquarius Program is dedicated to the study and preservation of marine ecosystems worldwide. As part of the FIU Marine Education and Research Initiative, the Program is enhancing the scope and impact of FIU on research, educational outreach, technology development, and professional training. At the heart of the program is the one-of-a-kind Aquarius Reef Base, the world's only undersea research laboratory. Deployed 60 feet beneath the surface in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, Aquarius is a globally significant asset that provides unparalleled means to study the ocean, test and develop state-of-the-art undersea technology, train specialized divers and astronauts, and engage the world's imagination. At Aquarius, scientists are at the cutting edge of research on coral reefs, ocean acidification, climate change, fisheries and the overall health of the oceans. Key Largo, Florida

Propagation of sound and seismic waves in the ocean environment is of crucial importance to marine science and engineering. Since electromagnetic waves propagate very poorly in sea water, acoustic and seismic technology provides the most important means of communication, navigation and imaging below the sea surface. Propagating sound waves provides the means for communication to and from un-tethered submerged instrumentation platforms, and travel time analysis is important for navigation of submersibles such as Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV). The propagation characteristics of sound waves can also be used to infer oceanographic properties such as current, temperature and salinity. The research effort in the laboratory is both science and technology-development oriented. Cambridge, Massachusetts

The MIT Sea Grant College Program was initiated in 1970, and in 1976 the Massachusetts Institute of Technology was formally designated by congress as a Sea Grant College. Our rigorous research program, dedicated outreach programs and integrated educational projects are aimed at providing real-world solutions to coastal questions and at helping to create the coastal stewards of tomorrow. The MIT Sea Grant College Program is a Federal-Institute partnership that brings the research and engineering core of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to bear on ocean-related challenges. Funded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the National Sea Grant College Program promotes the conservation and sustainable development of marine resources through research, education, and outreach. Cambridge, Massachusetts

For nearly a century, MIT has been a leading center of ship research and design, and is widely recognized for its contributions in such areas as hydrodynamics, ship structural mechanics and dynamics, propeller design, and overall ship design. The Pratt School of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, which was established through a bequest to MIT in 1912, is an integral part of the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Today, MIT is at the forefront of ocean science and engineering, with significant efforts in fluid mechanics and hydrodynamics, acoustics, offshore mechanics, marine robotics and sensors, and ocean sensing and forecasting. In addition, the Naval Construction program provides advanced graduate education on the design of naval ships and vehicles. Cambridge, Massachusetts

A non-profit oceanographic research center. The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) is a nonprofit research institution where scientists and engineers work together to explore and study the sea. Research programs at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) encompass the entire ocean, from the surface waters to the deep seafloor, and from the coastal zone to the open sea. The need to understand the ocean in all its complexity and variability drives MBARI's research and development efforts. Moss Landing, California

Ocean science is big science and the problems it tackles are too great for any one nation acting alone. The UK has a long tradition as an ocean science pioneer with world leading capabilities and the NOC is one of the world's top oceanographic institutions. We provide the UK with the national capability needed to be a top global player and to lead and participate in international cooperations. The NOC undertakes world leading research in large scale oceanography and ocean measurement technology innovation. We work with Government and business to turn great science and technology into advice and applications. The NOC supports the UK science community based in universities and smaller research institutes with scientific facilities, research infrastructure and irreplaceable data assets - enabling the UK to harness the full power and diversity of its scientific talent in ocean science. Southampton, England, UK

Naval Postgraduate School. Educating our METOC and Physical Oceanography masters and doctoral students is the most important activity of the department. Our education mission is to provide a sound understanding of the science of physical oceanography and to develop the technical expertise to provide and use oceanographic and acoustic data and models in support of all aspects of sea operations and undersea warfare. Our central focus is equipping our students to perform well as technical leaders in the world they will face after graduation. Monterey, California

We are Ocean First Education, passionate educators, scientists, divers, and explorers, seeking to guide users to a greater understanding and appreciation of ocean science and conservation. Through in-depth, multi-disciplinary instruction, we take our students to the intersection of fascination and education, creating a deep connection with the ocean's vital marine ecology. Ocean First Education courses provide dynamic, interactive experiences, engaging content on relevant issues, and connections to your everyday life. Whether you’d prefer to wade through the Explorer Series or swim into a full course, we offer a variety of learning opportunities to meet the needs of K-12 students. Through education and awareness, we can all become stewards of the sea. Boulder, Colorado

The Ocean Institute has become nationally known for its hands-on marine science, environmental and ocean education and maritime history programs. More than 115,000 K-12 students and 8,000 teachers annually participate in the Institute's 61 award-winning, immersion style programs. To learn about ocean facts, sea creatures, oceanography, science, and California history, students voyage onto the ocean, study in labs and live aboard tall ships or in the chaparral, where they can feel and taste the salty sea spray, sort through live specimens, observe migrating whales on our Dana Point whale watch cruises, collect scientific data and investigate the culture and world around them. Dana Point, California

University of Delaware Ocean Information Center. Mission Statement: To research existing and emerging hardware & software technologies. To develop open and extensible solutions to real-world data modeling, computation, visualization, collaboration, storage and information mining opportunities for the scientific research community. Lewes, Delaware

Texas A&M University. The Department of Oceanography is committed to the discovery and dissemination of knowledge about the ocean. We educate students about the ocean in the classroom and develop their research skills by involving them directly in research ashore and on ships in all oceans of the world. We study processes and interactions among oceans, atmosphere, biosphere and geosphere by collecting, analyzing, and modeling large data sets to solve important complex problems of immediate and long-term concern to society.

The College of Earth, Ocean and Environment (CEOE) at the University of Delaware is dedicated to advancing the understanding of our planet’s natural systems, from plate tectonics and turbulent hurricanes to historic coastal estuaries and the deepest reaches of the ocean. Newark, Delaware

Welcome to the Radio Oceanography Laboratory at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa.

Welcome to the Rutgers University Coastal Ocean Observation Lab! RU COOL! Our research focuses on the bio-physical processes of the coastal ocean. Our lab is constantly involved in research projects where operational observatories are used to collect real-time data for adaptive sampling. We study the coastal waters off New Jersey and around the World. We continue to collaborate with other research groups and commercial companies, developing new technologies for ocean sampling. New Brunswick, New Jersey

SOEST is one of the nation's premier academic institutions for ocean- and earth- related research, which is administered through Board of Regents-approved research Institutes, Centers, Laboratories, and Programs, and through the academic departments. SOEST faculty and staff conduct research in a broad disciplinary range, often transcending the boundaries between units and between fields of study. At any one time, several hundred research projects worldwide involve SOEST researchers, either as the primary investigators or in collaboration with scientists at other institutions. University of Hawaii

A department of UC San Diego, Scripps Institution of Oceanography is one of the oldest, largest, and most important centers for ocean, earth and atmospheric science research, education, and public service in the world. Research at Scripps encompasses physical, chemical, biological, geological, and geophysical studies of the oceans, Earth, and planets. Scripps undergraduate and graduate programs provide transformative educational and research opportunities in ocean, earth, and atmospheric sciences, as well as degrees in climate science and policy and marine biodiversity and conservation. The Scripps Fleet of four oceanographic research vessels and the research platform FLIP make up one of the largest academic fleets in the world. La Jolla, California

Operating under the Division of Biological Sciences at Cornell University in cooperation with the University of New Hampshire at Durham, the Shoals Marine Laboratory (SML) offers a unique opportunity for students to experience marine science. The mission of the Shoals Marine Laboratory is to provide education and research programs that advance the 1) understanding of marine and coastal ecosystems and 2) development of sustainable solutions to environmental challenges. Appledore Island, Isles of Shoals, New Hampshire

The Skidaway Institute of Oceanography is an internationally renowned marine science research institute located on the northern end of Skidaway Island near Savannah, Georgia. The Institute was founded in 1967 with a mission to conduct research in all fields of oceanography. In 2013, the institute was merged with the University of Georgia. The Institute's primary goals are to further understanding of marine and environmental processes, conduct leading-edge research on coastal and marine systems, and train tomorrow's scientists. Savannah, Georgia

The Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) is a multidisciplinary learned society that brings together organisations and individuals with a common interest in underwater technology, ocean science and offshore engineering. SUT was founded in 1966 and has members from more than 40 countries, including engineers, scientists, other professionals and students working in these areas. The SUT was founded to promote the further understanding of the underwater environment. London, England, United Kingdom

A University of Miami school of Marine and Atmospheric Science. From humble beginnings in the 1940's, the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science has grown into one of the leading academic oceanographic and atmospheric research institutions in the world. The School's basic and applied research interests encompass virtually all marine-related sciences. The Rosenstiel School's main campus is located on Virginia Key, Florida

The School of Oceanography fosters continued advancement of the ocean sciences, solutions to problems of societal relevance, and public awareness of the marine environment. It is at the forefront of creating knowledge and understanding about the ocean through observation, theory, modeling and technological innovation. The School focuses on learning and discovery, equipping students with knowledge and insights, scholarly methods, scientific tools and communication skills. The School offers outstanding educational opportunities. Sixty graduate students are in residence working within four areas of specialization (biological, chemical, physical, and marine geology and geophysics) and on a variety of interdisciplinary topics (climate change, extreme environments, and coastal systems). Seattle, Washington

Founded on the shore of picturesque Narragansett Bay more than fifty years ago, the Graduate School of Oceanography (GSO) at the University of Rhode Island (URI) has established a global reputation for excellence in marine research, teaching, outreach, and exploration of the world's oceans and coasts. With its home port at URI's Narragansett Bay Campus, the 185-foot research ship, RV Endeavor represents the flagship of myriad research vessels and shore-based facilities operated by GSO. The school's researchers investigate local to global-scale phenomena, providing greater breadth and depth of scientific understanding through innovative laboratory- and field-based projects, while employing advanced real-time communications to support ship-based ocean exploration throughout the world. GSO's disciplinary strengths span physical oceanography, marine geology and geophysics, marine and atmospheric chemistry, and biological oceanography. Kingston, Rhode Island

The Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience is a full time University of Florida research center for biomedical research and biotechnology. An important part of the Mission of the Whitney Laboratory is to provide lifelong learning opportunities to serve as an integral part of the surrounding community. Science education efforts at the lab are focused on school age children, to university levels, to post doctoral research training. Augustine, Florida

For nearly a century, WHOI has been one of the best known and most trusted names in ocean science and exploration. Our scientists and engineers have played a part in many of the discoveries that form the modern understanding of the ocean and how it interacts with other parts of the planet, including human society. WHOI scientists and engineers combine access to specialized tools, ships, labs, and underwater vehicles with hard-won knowledge of how to explore the ocean to create a detailed understanding of the global ocean system. WHOI also fosters a long-standing commitment to education and outreach that help ensure the future of ocean research. Woods Hole, Massachusetts

The center is one of three centers serving the mission of the USGS Coastal and Marine Hazards and Resources Program—the primary Federal marine geology and physical science research program responsible for the Nation's entire coastal and marine landscape. The center conducts scientific research in various locations throughout the United States to describe and understand the processes shaping coastal and marine ecosystems. The center's research is used to make informed decisions about the use, management, and protection of our coastal resources. Woods Hole, Massachusetts