University of Gothenburg
Department of Marine Sciences
Martin Hassellöv, a researcher at the department, holding a measuring instrument
Photo: Simon Ungman
  2. Department of Marine Sciences
  3. About us
  4. Outreach and Cooperation

Outreach and Cooperation

Outreach and cooperation is an important aspect of our work. The Department is an important node in a complete network of marine research, education and innovation. Our marine research stations are open to schools and the general public.

Outreach to Schools and the Public

At the Tjärnö Marine Laboratory and on the research vessel Skagerak, it is possible to book activities for school classes and other groups. Our researchers and students also take part in the International Science Festival and Västerhavsveckan.

Activities for Schools and the Public at Tjärnö
Schools and the Public
Tjärnö Aquarium - most species-rich in Sweden
Book R/V Skagerak
This page provides comprehensive information on how to book R/V Skagerak for a variety of assignments. The vessel is…

Cooperation with Authorities

Our cooperation with the Swedish Institute for the Marine Environment, the Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management, and the Water Authorities in Gothenburg gives us a unique connection to authorities.

Swedish Institute for the Marine Environment
Water Authorities in Gothenburg
Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management

Centre for Sea and Society

The Department is host for the Centre for Sea and Society and is thereby closely connected to research within finance, social sciences, and the humanities. This gives us a unique interdisciplinary profile.

Centre for Sea and Society

Innovation Projects

The Department of Marine Sciences is also involved in development projects relating to marine infrastructure.

About us
SMaRC – Swedish Maritime Robotic Centre
About us
SCOOT – Swedish Centre for Ocean Observing Technology
SCOOT is an infrastructure project which develops marine expertise and provides marine infrastructure to small and medium…
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