Horn Point Laboratory | University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

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The Horn Point Laboratory, located on more than 800 acres on the banks of the Choptank River on Maryland's Eastern Shore, has advanced society’s understanding of the world’s estuarine and ocean ecosystems. Horn Point scientists are widely respected for their interdisciplinary programs in oceanography, water quality, restoration of seagrasses, marshes and shellfish and for expertise in ecosystem modeling. With ongoing research programs spanning from the estuarine waters of the Chesapeake Bay to the open waters of the world's oceans, Horn Point is a national leader in applying environmental research and discovery to solve society’s most pressing environmental problems.

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2020 Horns Point Rd

Cambridge, MD 21613

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Dorchester students lift off with drone technology

Dorchester County high school students get introduction to remote sensing at HPL with PhD student Anna Windle and ShoreRivers.

32 days on the Indian Ocean exploring climate change

Biological oceanographer and HPL Professor Raleigh Hood joins an international research crew of 14 to recreate an historic research cruise to gain new data.

Chesapeake Champion 2019

May 30, 2019 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Join us for the annual Horn Point Laboratory celebration of the Chesapeake Champion for 2019, the Hutchison Brothers, for restoring water quality and soil health through sustainable agriculture.

Professor Pat Glibert shares science with kids in 'Young Mind's journal

Horn Point Laboratory Professor Patricia Glibert can usually be found traveling the globe from the Chesapeake to China, studying issues related to nutrients and harmful algal blooms. In her latest project, she is sharing science with kids through a series of articles in Frontiers for Young Minds science journal.

Next Generation: Katie Hornick

“The computer model I am developing will help further the understanding of genetic impacts of hatchery-based restoration and will be useful for making decisions about which actions will be most effective within the Chesapeake Bay and for future restoration programs.”

Horn Point sturgeon move to New York Aquarium

After years of living at the Horn Point Laboratory, five Atlantic sturgeon from Maryland DNR’s sturgeon program find a new home at the New York Aquarium in Brooklyn.

Women coming to the forefront in Science

Women and science are a mighty duo at Horn Point Laboratory with a newly formed chapter of Society for Women in Marine Science (SWMS). With over 40 members SWMS is making a big splash with programs, guest lectures, and volunteering in local public school STEM programs.

Two new books bring together than 40 years of expertise on Chesapeake Bay

Ecologist Vic Kennedy offers baselines for abundance in Chesapeake Bay and a survey of the diamond-backed terrapin in two new books published by Johns Hopkins University Press.

Planning and Preparing Through Predictions

Explore climate change and sea-level rise for the Eastern Shore, Annapolis, and Baltimore with modeling tools that enable predictions.

Dorchester students lift off with drone technology

Dorchester County high school students get introduction to remote sensing at HPL with PhD student Anna Windle and ShoreRivers.

32 days on the Indian Ocean exploring climate change

Biological oceanographer and HPL Professor Raleigh Hood joins an international research crew of 14 to recreate an historic research cruise to gain new data.

Chesapeake Champion 2019

May 30, 2019 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Join us for the annual Horn Point Laboratory celebration of the Chesapeake Champion for 2019, the Hutchison Brothers, for restoring water quality and soil health through sustainable agriculture.

Professor Pat Glibert shares science with kids in 'Young Mind's journal

Horn Point Laboratory Professor Patricia Glibert can usually be found traveling the globe from the Chesapeake to China, studying issues related to nutrients and harmful algal blooms. In her latest project, she is sharing science with kids through a series of articles in Frontiers for Young Minds science journal.

Next Generation: Katie Hornick

“The computer model I am developing will help further the understanding of genetic impacts of hatchery-based restoration and will be useful for making decisions about which actions will be most effective within the Chesapeake Bay and for future restoration programs.”

Horn Point sturgeon move to New York Aquarium

After years of living at the Horn Point Laboratory, five Atlantic sturgeon from Maryland DNR’s sturgeon program find a new home at the New York Aquarium in Brooklyn.

Women coming to the forefront in Science

Women and science are a mighty duo at Horn Point Laboratory with a newly formed chapter of Society for Women in Marine Science (SWMS). With over 40 members SWMS is making a big splash with programs, guest lectures, and volunteering in local public school STEM programs.

Two new books bring together than 40 years of expertise on Chesapeake Bay

Ecologist Vic Kennedy offers baselines for abundance in Chesapeake Bay and a survey of the diamond-backed terrapin in two new books published by Johns Hopkins University Press.

Planning and Preparing Through Predictions

Explore climate change and sea-level rise for the Eastern Shore, Annapolis, and Baltimore with modeling tools that enable predictions.

News

Explore the latest news from the Horn Point Laboratory, including research highlights and interviews with graduate students and faculty.

Events

From annual events to monthly seminars, visit the events calendar for what's happening.

About

From the banks of the Choptank River on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, scientists engage in world-renowned research in oceanography, water quality, restoration of sea grasses, marshes and shellfish, and expertise in ecosystem modeling.

Faculty

Meet the researchers focused on understanding the world’s coastal ecosystems, leaders in oceanography, water quality, and the restoration of sea grasses, marshes, and shellfish.

Outreach

Learn about campus and oyster hatchery tours, scientists are available as guest speakers, the Chesapeake Champion annual award, and oyster shell recycling.

Applying Science

Discover research programs that apply scientific knowledge directly to emerging environmental issues, including the Horn Point Oyster Hatchery. Plus, view the Jellyfish Cam.

Education

Learn about educational opportunities designed for scientific exploration and understanding of the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem.

Services & Tools

Explore tools and services available to scientists and researchers, including the Analytical Services Laboratory, Cell Analysis Center, and Raman microscope. Plus, gain access to our online library resources and learn about availability of the Widgeon Pavilion.