Ñý°®Ö±²¥ Harbor Branch prioritizes solution-oriented research that addresses critical issues affecting coastal zone, oceans, and human well-being. Research scientists take a global approach, conducting studies around the world in varying climates, ecosystems, and cultures.
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Dr. M. Dennis Hanisak Memorial Fund
To honor Dr. M. Dennis Hanisak’s remarkable legacy at Ñý°®Ö±²¥ Harbor Branch, the Institute has established a memorial fund to support Semester by the Sea, a premier marine science education program he founded over 20 years ago. If you would like to leave a gift in Dr. Hanisak's memory, and support a program he was truly passionate about, please visit the link below.
to view a recording of Dr. Hanisak's Celebration of Life, held Sunday, June 23 at Ñý°®Ö±²¥ Harbor Branch.
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Harbor Branch
5600 US 1 North, Fort Pierce, FL 34946
772.242.2400
Ñý°®Ö±²¥ (Ñý°®Ö±²¥) Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute is a world class research organization with a focus on exploring the marine environments, studying key species and understanding the connection between humans and the ocean. Founded in 1971 as Harbor Branch Oceanographic Foundation, Inc., the Institute expanded its reach to over 100 miles along Florida’s east coast when it joined Ñý°®Ö±²¥ in 2007. Located in St. Lucie County, our 144-acre campus along the Indian River Lagoon employs over 200 scientists, engineers, educators, staff and students. To this day, the Institute actively pursues solution-oriented research that addresses some of the most critical issues affecting coastal zones, oceans and human well-being.
NEWS
06/17/2024
Three internationally renowned Ñý°®Ö±²¥ researchers provide "best practices" and answer some of the most frequently asked questions to help protect Florida's nesting sea turtles and their hatchlings.
06/11/2024
eConch is a free, experiential online learning program that provides step-by-step instructions and expert advice to grow queen conch, the most important molluscan fishery in the Caribbean region.
05/23/2024
Forecasts indicate a highly active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. Several Ñý°®Ö±²¥ faculty experts are available to discuss various issues surrounding hurricane preparedness, evacuation and aftermath.
05/20/2024
Using citizen science and morphological and genetic data, Ñý°®Ö±²¥ Harbor Branch researchers are the first to provide evidence that the Atlantic cownose ray has recently made a new home in Bermuda.
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