Marine Institute Welcomes Undergraduate Students to 2026 Summer Bursary Programme
Over the years, the programme has made a significant contribution to developing Ireland’s marine talent pipeline.
Press Releases
Explorers Education Programme Reveals Massive Surge in Ocean Literacy in 2025
Over 1000 students completed the Marine Institute’s Explorers Ocean Literacy questionnaire, administered by school teachers in 36 schools across 8 counties showing a significant increase in ocean knowledge.
Government leaders visit RV Tom Crean to mark major INFOMAR investment and strengthen evidence-based marine policy
The visit highlights the critical role of marine data in delivering national policy priorities.
Kerry School Crowned Marine Institute’s 2026 National Explorers Ocean Champions
Students fom Aughacasla National School in County Kerry have been named the Marine Institute’s 2026 National Explorers Education Programme Ocean Champions
Marine Institute releases major benthic dataset in celebration of Biodiversity Week
Over 650,000 marine records spanning twelve years are now freely accessible online.
Three PEACEPLUS projects to strengthen climate resilience and coastal community engagement in Irish seas
The three projects were awarded almost €25 million funding under the PEACEPLUS, a cross-border funding Programme supported by the EU, UK, Ireland and NI.
Rare Find in Kerry: Local Student Discovers Critically Endangered White Skate Egg Case
Local student Rocco Stallard (Aughacasla National School) found a giant mermaid’s purse.
Marine Institute launches Annual Impact Report 2025
Annual Impact Report 2025 highlights the significant achievements and meaningful impacts delivered over the past year.
Marine Institute and Galway City Museum bring the science and secret life of Galway Bay to the surface
Free public outreach events taking place from March through June as part of An Tír Faoi Thoinn – The Land Beneath the Waves.