1600 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34236
Ph: (941) 388-4441
Hours: 10AM - 5PM
A 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
The Coral Reef Science and Monitoring program conducts a wide variety of research aimed at better understanding processes and environmental factors that influence coral reef health. The CRSM Program also provides support for and collaborates with students and investigators that utilize The Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration as a base of operation.
Staff Scientist, Program Manager
Bottom-dwelling organism response to environmental disturbance.
Studying manatee behavioral ecology, distribution, habitat use, genetics, and population status in Florida.
Studying sharks, skates and stingrays as laboratory animal models for basic & applied research
The Stranding Investigations Program (SIP) provides 24-hour response to sick, injured and deceased marine mammals & sea turtles.
Coral diseases are one of the greatest threats to reefs worldwide.
Investigating the source, fact & effects of toxins in the environment
Investigating how marine & freshwater chemicals impact public health
The Sharks and Rays Conservation Research Program is dedicated to studying the biology, ecology and conservation of sharks, skates and rays.
Study responses of ecologically important species to projected levels of ocean acidification.
Using technology to further study & management of our local coastal environment.
Seeking to develop systems and techniques to grow coral and other reef species.
Rehabilitation hospital to provide provide state-of-the-art critical care & chronic care for stranded sea turtles and dolphins.
Study of how fish interact with their habitats & how disturbances influence these interactions.
Long term study of dolphin populations in Sarasota Bay.
Basic and applied research on the health and immune systems of marine vertebrates
Developing technologies to produce fish & invertebrates to meet growing demand for seafood & fishing stocks.
Studying habitats and trends in turtle nesting to conserve Sea Turtles.
Contaminant detection of toxic substances.
Developing strategies for fishery stocking & restoring endangered species
Understanding processes and environmental factors that influence coral reef health.
Study of the Ocean's Phytoplankton Community
Studying the impacts of nutrients and physical parameters in riverine, estuarine and coastal environments.
