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