Florida Oceanographic offers a variety of facilities and resources that can support marine and coastal research projects. These facilities provide opportunities for field studies, laboratory work, habitat restoration research, and experimental trials.
Research Facilities Available
Wet Laboratory Space
Researchers have access to general laboratory space and utilities to support sample processing, analysis, and other research activities.
Experimental Seagrass Meadow
Florida Oceanographic maintains an approximately 500-square-meter experimental seagrass meadow that can be used for restoration studies, habitat research, and genetic sampling projects focused on seagrass resilience and coastal ecosystem health.
Aquarium Systems
Several aquatic research systems are available for controlled studies:
- Raceway Systems – Eight raceways measuring approximately 19 feet long by 5.3 feet wide and 1.5 feet deep, suitable for larger-scale aquatic experiments.
- Nursery Tanks – Thirty-four flow-through tanks supplied with water from the Gamefish Lagoon aquarium system, ideal for rearing, holding, or experimental work with marine organisms.
- Climate Resilience Experimental Arrays – Four experimental arrays consisting of four tanks each. These systems are equipped with sand filtration, UV treatment, heat pumps, and recirculating ocean water, providing researchers with a platform to study environmental stressors and climate resilience.
Research Vessels
A 20-foot research vessel is available to support fieldwork, monitoring, sampling, and other on-water research activities.
Kayaks for Field Research
Multiple kayak options are available for researchers conducting work in shallow-water environments, estuaries, seagrass beds, and other areas where larger vessels may not be practical.
Additional Meeting and Collaboration Space
Conference rooms and other support spaces may be available upon request, providing opportunities for project meetings, workshops, and collaborative research activities.
Together, these facilities support Florida Oceanographic's mission to inspire conservation of Florida’s coastal ecosystems through education, research and advocacy by providing infrastructure for scientific studies, restoration efforts, and collaborative marine research.
ACCOMODATIONS
We are currently unable to offer any on-site housing for visiting scientists. However, if you are looking for overnight accommodations within walking distance to FOS, please consider the Marriot Hutchinson Island Beach Resort. Additionally, Hutchinson Shores Resort is just a short drive from the facility (2.9 miles).
For any questions or to utilize our facilities, please contact us at [email protected].
