Horn Point Laboratory
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Spring Lectures Series to Start March 1, 2012 HPL Faculty share their knowledge in a seven-week series aimed to inform participants about the Horn Point Laboratory and the science of the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed. From the inflow after significant hurricanes at the Conowingo Dam to the plume entering the ocean at its mouth, come learn more about the Chesapeake Bay. FREE!! Click here |
| Check out the latest happenings at the Oyster Hatchery on their new web site! Click here |
The Horn Point Laboratory’s interdisciplinary approach to environmental research draws upon the expertise of scientists seeking to expand understanding of the biology, chemistry, physics and ecology of organisms and ecosystems. With ongoing research programs spanning from the estuarine waters of the Chesapeake Bay to the open waters of the world's oceans, HPL is a national leader in applying environmental research and discovery to solve society’s most pressing environmental problems.
Directed by Professor Michael Roman, HPL is a member of the Southern Association of Marine Laboratories (SAML) and the National Association of Marine Laboratories (NAML)
The Horn Point Laboratory is located on the banks of the Choptank River, a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay on Maryland's Eastern Shore.
