Marine Institute

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

Dr Ciaran Kelly, Director of Fisheries Ecosystems Advisory Services at the Marine Institute. Photo: Andrew Downes, Xposure.
Appointment of two Directors at the Marine Institute
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Exploring Our Marine - Our Atlantic Ocean
Exploring Our Marine with the Marine Institute - Our Atlantic Ocean
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Photo by Tom Szumski.
Dr Heffernan appointed Chair to Council of DIAS
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Marine Institute, Rinville, Oranmore, Co. Galway.
Training the next generation of marine scientists
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RESEARCH, FUNDING & PUBLICATIONS

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RESEARCH

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

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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

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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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