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Research

¼ø»Æʦapp Harbor Branch prioritizes solution-oriented research that addresses critical issues affecting coastal zone, oceans, and human well-being. Research scientists take a global approach, conducting studies around the world in varying climates, ecosystems, and cultures.
Dennis Hanisak

Dr. M. Dennis Hanisak Memorial Fund

To honor Dr. M. Dennis Hanisak’s remarkable legacy at ¼ø»Æʦapp Harbor Branch, the Institute has established a memorial fund to support Semester by the Sea, a premier marine science education program he founded over 20 years ago. If you would like to leave a gift in Dr. Hanisak's memory, and support a program he was truly passionate about, please visit the link below.

to view a recording of Dr. Hanisak's Celebration of Life, held Sunday, June 23 at ¼ø»Æʦapp Harbor Branch.

Harbor Branch campus building

Harbor Branch

5600 US 1 North, Fort Pierce, FL 34946 772.242.2400
¼ø»Æʦapp (¼ø»Æʦapp) Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute is a world class research organization with a focus on exploring the marine environments, studying key species and understanding the connection between humans and the ocean. Founded in 1971 as Harbor Branch Oceanographic Foundation, Inc., the Institute expanded its reach to over 100 miles along Florida’s east coast when it joined ¼ø»Æʦapp in 2007. Located in St. Lucie County, our 144-acre campus along the Indian River Lagoon employs over 200 scientists, engineers, educators, staff and ¼ø»Æʦapp. To this day, the Institute actively pursues solution-oriented research that addresses some of the most critical issues affecting coastal zones, oceans and human well-being.
NEWS
Deeper Corals May Help Shallow Reefs Recover in the Florida Keys
Using genomic DNA analyses, ¼ø»Æʦapp Harbor Branch researchers have uncovered vital links between coral populations at different depths. Deeper corals may help replenish declining shallow reefs in the Florida Keys.
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What's Really 'Fueling' Harmful Algae in Florida's Lake Okeechobee?
¼ø»Æʦapp Harbor Branch researchers have conducted the first comprehensive sampling of the Lake Okeechobee Waterway and its estuaries. Findings mark a groundbreaking step in preserving this crucial ecosystem.
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¼ø»Æʦapp Engineering to Lead $1.3M Collaborative Conservation Project
¼ø»Æʦapp engineering will lead a project designed to cost-effectively identify and track wildlife using artificial intelligence, funded by the National Science Foundation and the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation.
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¼ø»Æʦapp Sea Turtle Experts Provide 'Best Practices' During Nesting Season
Three internationally renowned ¼ø»Æʦapp researchers provide "best practices" and answer some of the most frequently asked questions to help protect Florida's nesting sea turtles and their hatchlings.
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Additional Information
Florida Atlantic's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute engages with the community through the Ocean Discovery Visitors Center and the Ocean Science Lecture Series. Harbor Branch’s research and outreach programs translate marine science in order to provide solutions that improve economies and quality of life for coastal communities.
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Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
¼ø»Æʦapp
5600 US 1 North
Fort Pierce, FL 34946