Marine Institute

Foras na Mara

We are the state agency responsible for marine research, technology development and innovation in Ireland.

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We provide scientific and technical advice to the government to inform policy and support the sustainable development of Ireland's marine resources.

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AREAS OF ACTIVITY

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The Marine Institute’s primary role is to undertake and co-ordinate marine research and development.

We also provide a number of services to promote economic development and create employment around the marine environment.

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NEWS & EVENTS

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Cliffs of Moher, Co. Clare.

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An siorc aingeal fireann (Bráthair) clibáilte ag Foras na Mara le pop-up tag cartlainne satailíte (PSAT) i gCuan Thrá Lí

Dhá Bhráthair (Siorcanna Aingeal) atá í i mBaol Criticiúil Clibeáilte agus ag Tarchur Sonraí i gCuan Thrá Lí

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The male angel shark tagged by the Marine Institute with a Pop-up satellite archival tag (PSAT) in Tralee Bay

Two Critically Endangered Angel Shark Successfully Tagged and Transmitting Data in Tralee Bay

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Cliffs of Moher, Co. Clare.

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... Newport Catchment Facilities

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... Research Vessels

... Laboratory & Building Facilities

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... Marine Renewable Energy

RESEARCH, FUNDING & PUBLICATIONS

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RESEARCH

Information on Ireland's Marine Research & Innovation Strategy 2017-2021

FUNDING

View all the latest research funding opportunities in the Irish marine sector

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PUBLICATIONS

View corporate and scientific reports, peer reviewed articles and conference papers

Working With Us

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Find out more about opportunities to work with the Marine Institute.
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