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Genetic probes give new clues about the stunning diversity of comb jellies

August 31, 2021
August 31, 2021 – MBARI researchers have used the power of genetics to reveal the stunning diversity of delicate, gelatinous comb jellies.
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Robotic floats provide new look at ocean health and global carbon cycle

August 16, 2021
August 16, 2021 – MBARI researchers demonstrated how a fleet of robotic floats can revolutionize our understanding of ocean primary productivity.

Environmental DNA is an effective tool for calculating marine biodiversity

July 29, 2021
July 29, 2021 – New research demonstrates that eDNA can be a valuable tool for monitoring California’s kelp forests.

Vertical migration timing illuminates importance of predator pressure in the ocean’s twilight zone

June 21, 2021
June 21, 2021 – Robotics have helped illuminate the motivation for deep-sea animals’ daily journey out of the ocean’s twilight zone.

Live from the Deep: Explore the coral and sponge gardens of Sur Ridge

June 7, 2021
June 7, 2021 – On Wednesday, June 30, MBARI will be exploring Sur Ridge and we’d like you to join us!

New research reveals ocean noise from shipping traffic reduced during COVID-19 pandemic

June 2, 2021
June 2, 2021 – The COVID-19 pandemic enabled a rare opportunity to measure the relationship between shipping traffic and the marine soundscape.

MBARI announces construction of new state-of-the-art research ship, R/V David Packard

April 20, 2021
April 20, 2021 – MBARI is embarking on a new chapter in its ocean research with the construction of a state-of-the-art ship named in honor of MBARI's founder.

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eDNA sampling is a method for identifying species of interest—both non-native and for conservation—in aquatic ecosystems without the need to sample the organism. Learn more about the process on our new interactive eDNA web page.

MBARI Response to COVID-19 virus

In accordance with county guidelines, MBARI is engaging in a phased reopening. For the time being, we remain closed to visitors.

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Research programs at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) encompass the entire ocean, from the surface waters to the deep seafloor, and from the coastal zone to the open sea. The need to understand the ocean in all its complexity and variability drives MBARI's research and development efforts.


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