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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  • Over half of the oxygen we breathe

    comes from the ocean.

    #marinefact

  • Oceans of Learning

    explore Ireland’s marine resource

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  • Meet the Explorers Team

    Primary school lesson plans

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  • Strategic Plan 2018 - 2022

    Building Ocean Knowledge, Delivering Ocean Services

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  • The Real Map of Ireland

    Ireland's marine territory covers up to 220 million acres (approx. 880,000km2), an area 10 times greater than our landmass.

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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.
Find out more about any of primary areas of activity below:

NEWS & EVENTS

The Marine Institute's Remotely Operated Vehicle - ROV Holland 1
Oceans of Learning celebrates innovation on World Oceans Day
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Nephrops burrow
TV Dinners – Surveying the Dublin Bay Prawn populations in Ireland
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IMDO Q1 2020 iShip index
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Mussel been opened and tested in the Marine Institute lab. Photo Andrew Downes, XPOSURE
From sea to plate - The science behind Ireland’s Seafood
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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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