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Â鶹ŮÀÉ 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.
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5600 US 1 North, Fort Pierce, FL 34946Â Â Â 772.242.2400
Â鶹ŮÀÉ (Â鶹ŮÀÉ) 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 Â鶹ŮÀÉ in 2007. Located in St. Lucie County, our 144-acre campus along the Indian River Lagoon employs over 200 scientists, engineers, educators, staff and students. 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.
Â鶹ŮÀÉ (Â鶹ŮÀÉ) 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 Â鶹ŮÀÉ in 2007. Located in St. Lucie County, our 144-acre campus along the Indian River Lagoon employs over 200 scientists, engineers, educators, staff and students. 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
10/21/2026
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Harbor Branch researchers will investigate why harmful algal blooms persist in Florida's Indian River Lagoon but are less severe in a Georgia estuary, aiming to improve predictions and early warnings.
10/13/2026
New Â鶹ŮÀÉ Harbor Branch research reveals why some corals withstand ocean warming better than others, offering insights to help identify resilient corals and guide reef restoration as marine heat waves intensify.
10/01/2026
Blue Ops is establishing a maritime systems operation at Â鶹ŮÀÉ Harbor Branch in Fort Pierce, creating a hub for ocean technology, autonomous systems, national defense research, testing and workforce development.
09/23/2026
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Harbor Branch names internationally recognized optical oceanography expert Michael Twardowski, Ph.D., as its first Edwin A. Link Ocean Technology and Defense Endowed Professor.