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.

Did you know that oysters are typically born male?

and can swap genders

Marine Fact
FACES OF THE SEA

Elizabeth Tray - Research Scientist, Marine and Freshwater Research Centre (GMIT) and Marine Institute.

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FACES OF THE SEA

Jennifer Doyle, Fisheries Scientist

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Strategic Plan 2018 - 2022

Building Ocean Knowledge, Delivering Ocean Services

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Minister announces €2.4 million investment

by the Marine Institute in Industry-Led Marine Projects

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QUICK LINKS

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Real Time Observations

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Marine Forecasts

HABs Shellfish Monitoring

HABs Shellfish Monitoring

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Marine Data Centre

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

Dr Elvira DeEyto. Photo credit Wonkyeye Photography

Talk on environmental change in the Burrishoole Catchment

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New mapping application for Ireland’s Shellfish Monitoring Programme. Photo Credit Andrew Downes, Xposure

New mapping application for Ireland’s Shellfish Monitoring Programme

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INFOMAR Annual Seminar 2019

INFOMAR Annual Seminar 2019

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New research released on Ireland’s marine and coastal tourism

New research released on Ireland’s marine and coastal tourism

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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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