A new glowing nudibranch species is the first known to swim through the ocean’s midnight zone and has unique adaptations for life in this environment.

As MBARI’s education and conservation partner celebrates its 40th anniversary, our two organizations reflect on inspiring and engaging audiences with the ocean's wonders.

Renowned deep-sea polar biologist will take the helm of MBARI in spring 2025.

As co-host of the Fifth Marine Imaging Workshop, MBARI brought together experts in ocean visualization from around the world.

An international team of researchers used MBARI’s advanced underwater technology to document how melting permafrost and new ice formation contribute to the dramatic underwater landscape in a remote area of the Arctic.

MBARI’s acoustic technology has revealed that sperm whales are more common offshore of California than previously believed, and has provided new evidence for seasonal migrations in this top predator of the deep sea.

Uncrewed aerial vehicles outfitted with high-resolution cameras and advanced sensors give MBARI researchers a new perspective on marine life and phenomena.

Hamner mentored many MBARI researchers and helped inspire the institute’s groundbreaking research to understand the midwater environment.

The Packard Foundation’s long-standing support for MBARI advances David Packard’s vision for a next-generation oceanographic research center.

Observations collected by SOCCOM’s network of robotic floats provide new information about how frequent storms in this remote region can affect the ocean’s ability to absorb carbon dioxide.

The new National Aquatic Environmental DNA Strategy highlights how eDNA technology can support fast and cost-effective monitoring of marine life and ocean health.

Meet the MBARI team and learn more about our latest discoveries and technology innovations at this free, family-friendly community event.

During an expedition to the Gulf of California, researchers observed a previously unknown species of squid carrying a cluster of exceptionally large eggs.

Data from MBARI’s advanced underwater robots point to erosion during intermittent sediment flows as the mechanism maintaining these circular depressions for hundreds of thousands of years.

FathomVerse combines immersive imagery, engaging gameplay, and cutting-edge science to help improve the artificial intelligence tools needed to study marine life and assess ocean health.

Kaya Johnson will oversee the team that operates MBARI’s research vessels and deploys our advanced underwater robots.

MBARI’s 2023 Annual Report reviews highlights from our work in science, engineering, and outreach over the past year.

New bus featuring MBARI’s deep-sea images joins Santa Cruz METRO fleet as part of the “One Ride at a Time” campaign.

MBARI's Piscivore system combines advanced underwater robots and camera technology to study tunas, sharks, and other marine life.

New study from MBARI engineers and collaborators outlines how new sampling and imaging technologies can transform our understanding of marine life.