Marine Institute
A strategic research institute with one of the largest marine and maritime portfolios in Europe, and an international reputation for world-leading, transdisciplinary research

Plymouth has been a focus for marine science for over 100 years. Our research and partnerships are fundamental in helping us understand the marine environment and how best to tackle the challenges it currently faces.
Professor Richard Thompson OBE FRS
Director of the Marine Institute
Researchers at the University of Plymouth and Plymouth Marine Laboratory are examining the environmental effects of sunscreen chemical
A project led by the University and Marine Biological Association will use plankton as the “canaries in the coalmine” of ocean health
The 2025 event showcased our expertise in climate education, marine light pollution and offshore aquaculture
New research highlights the benefits of existing long-term monitoring programmes and emerging technologies in monitoring the health of our seas
New research carried out by the University has developed a means of predicting dune evolution on a regional scale
Marine Institute, Level 3, Marine Building, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AA