Centre for Marine Science and Innovation (CMSI)

Our Mission is to provide the fundamental research and evidence-base underpinning environmental decision-making to ensure sustainable use of marine, coastal and estuarine ecosystems.
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World-leading marine research. Real-world impact.

At CMSI, we're tackling the critical challenges facing our oceans, from biodiversity loss and climate change to pollution and sustainable development. 

Our multidisciplinary researchers combine marine biology and ecology, oceanography, coastal geomorphology, marine microbiology, and environmental science to understand complex marine ecosystems and develop innovative solutions for their protection and management. 

We partner with government, industry, and communities to ensure our research advances knowledge, informs decision-making, and drives meaningful change for Australia's marine environments and our blue planet. 

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About us

At CMSI, we're a solution-based, multidisciplinary science centre focused on leading teaching and research in the workings of the marine environment.
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Research areas

Our research focuses on the functions, processes, interactions and changes in the marine environment. Discover more.
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Study with us

Learn more about marine science. View our undergraduate, postgraduate and honours courses along with videos showcasing the groundbreaking work we do within the centre.

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