Ocean, University of Gothenburg

Research, education and news about the ocean from the University of Gothenburg.

At the University of Gothenburg, we have a long tradition of research and education within Marine Science and Technology. We are also renowned within the Social Sciences, and that, together with the Humanities and the Applied Arts, gives us an extensive ocean expertise. On this web site, you will find everything about the University's ocean-related activities.

News and events

News – 20 April 2021

Cleaner fish use affect wild populations

A growing demand for cleaner fish in salmon farms raises concerns about overfishing and human-mediated geneflow to wild…

News – 30 March 2021

Groundwater discharge affects water quality in coastal waters

News – 25 March 2021

Eelgrass will be restored using 1800 tonnes of sand

A new method will investigate if coarse sand on the seabed can help the endangered eelgrass.

News – 9 April 2021

Warmer than expected under the 'Doomsday Glacier'

Webinar

Seaspiracy: Researchers React

Panel discussion on sustainable fisheries

25 May

Webinar

Miniature Underwater Gliders with Autonomous Deployment

Marine robotic systems such as Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and underwater gliders, are revolutionizing the way we…

20 May

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Here you will find seminars, lectures and other events about the sea that the University of Gothenburg organizes or where…

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Our Master's Programmes

The marine and maritime research at the University of Gothenburg is prominent in several research fields, and all teaching is done by active researchers.

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Vacancies

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Research

The University of Gothenburg has a unique breadth of research about the ocean, with many interdisciplinary collaborations.

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Marine Infrastructure

The Marine Infrastructure has laboratories and instruments that enables research at the highest international level. We welcome researchers and students all over the world.