Who we are
Pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery, we use both innovative technologies and unique long-term datasets to inform policy, conservation, and sustainable ocean stewardship. This cutting-edge research is anchored by the Marine Biological Association’s 140-year legacy of global impact.
Together with our international community of Members, partners and collaborators, we inspire the next generation of marine scientists, amplify voices, and work to ensure that marine life, and the communities that depend on it, can thrive for generations to come.
Latest News
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Rare Mediterranean sea hare filmed swimming in Devon harbour
A Plymouth fisherman has captured remarkable footage of a large sea hare gliding through the waters of the Barbican, offering…
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Climate change is permanently reshaping UK coastlines
New findings from the Marine Climate Change Impacts Partnership (MCCIP) highlight how 25 years of annual monitoring, backed by the…
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Decoding diatom diversity: The 100 Diatom Genomes Project
An international team of scientists has taken a major step toward understanding one of Earth’s most important yet underexplored groups…








