Marine Biological Association 140 Anniversary: Recollections of World War II air raids at MBA

By Cynthia Mansell and Chris Bennett, National Marine Biological Library (NMBL) Volunteers During the 2nd World War there were several air raids which affected the Marine Biological Association (MBA) and the people that worked and lived there. Dr Stanley Kemp at the time was the Director of the MBA and he, his wife and daughter … Read more

Marine Biological Association 140 Anniversary: Celebrating an MBA Fellow’s inspiring career in marine biology

Professor Paul Rodhouse is an Emeritus Fellow at the British Antarctic Survey (BAS). He has been a Member of the Marine Biological Association (MBA) for fifty-one years and was made an MBA Fellow in 2020.  His early research in Southampton, Galway and New York was concerned with physiological ecology and carbon flux in marine bivalves.  … Read more

Marine Biological Association 140 Anniversary: Reflections on training at the MBA in the 1960s

MBA Member John Spencer was a Research Officer for Central Electricity Research Laboratories (CEGB) and was out stationed to Peake’s Farm Laboratory, Bradwell Nuclear Power Station in Essex. John’s first visit to the Marine Biological Association (MBA) was around 1963 to attend a training course for National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) chemists about to take … Read more

Journal of the Marine Biological Association of the United Kingdom – A Legacy of Excellence and Innovation

The Journal of the Marine Biological Association of the United Kingdom (JMBA) has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1887. For over a century, JMBA has been at the forefront of marine biology research, publishing groundbreaking studies and discoveries that have contributed significantly to the field. With a focus on the marine … Read more

140 Years: How technology is advancing marine science

From underwater videography to aerial drones, technological advancements in ocean observation have significantly enhanced our understanding of marine ecosystems and the impact of human activities on the marine environment. Scientists from the Marine Biological Association (MBA) are now able to collect data in real-time and monitor marine life in ways that were previously unimaginable. Cutting-edge … Read more

140 Years: Polar expeditions past and present

The Marine Biological Association (MBA) has been famously linked with three historic Antarctic expeditions, Discovery (1901 to 1904), Terra Nova (1910) and the ill-fated Endurance from 1914 to 1917. In 2021, MBA marine biologists yet again took part in an important polar expedition. Dr Kimberley Bird and Dr Birthe Zäncker joined the Synoptic Arctic Survey … Read more

Marine Biological Association 140 Anniversary: Leading the way in pioneering marine research

Marine Biological Association (MBA) researchers have made remarkable strides in the field of marine biology, conducting ground-breaking research and discovering new insights into the intricate ecosystems of our ocean. With a rich legacy dating back several decades, the MBA has been at the forefront of groundbreaking research, unlocking the mysteries of marine life and ecosystems. … Read more

Marine Biological Association 140 Anniversary: A hub of marine knowledge

As the Marine Biological Association (MBA) celebrates its 140th anniversary, we continue to be a leading voice in marine science and conservation, driving positive change for our ocean and the future of our planet. Our National Marine Biological Library (NMBL) is one of the largest marine reference libraries in the world. Its vast collection of … Read more

Marine Biological Association 140 Anniversary: Exploring the MBA’s origins at Plymouth

As the Marine Biological Association (MBA) celebrates its 140th anniversary, we continue to be a leading voice in marine science and conservation, driving positive change for our ocean and the future of our planet. Throughout its long-standing presence overlooking Plymouth Sound National Marine Park, the MBA laboratory at Citadel Hill has been at the forefront … Read more