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About Institute of Marine & Environmental Technology

Located at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, the Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology is a strategic alliance involving scientists at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, the University of Maryland Baltimore and the University of Maryland Baltimore County. Scientists are engaged in cutting-edge research in microbiology, molecular biology and biotechnology, using marine organisms to develop new drug therapies, alternative energy and innovations to improve public health. IMET contributes to sustainable marine aquaculture and fisheries in the Chesapeake Bay and marine ecosystems. IMET fosters early stage companies and industry partnerships, contributing to economic development in Maryland.

Contact Information

Address: 
701 E. Pratt St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
United States
Phone Number: 
410-234-8800
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Dr. Jenn Burns of Texas Tech University Named New Director of UMCES’s Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science has named Dr Jenn Burns, a highly respected expert in marine physiology and ecology with a distinguished career in polar research and science leadership, as the new Director of its Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET).
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Researchers collaborate with Maryland companies to innovate new technology

Two UMCES.researchers received support from the Maryland Industrial Partnerships (MIPS) program to collaborate with Maryland-based companies on technology product development projects.
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Next Generation: Olivia Pares on viruses in blue crabs

"My research focuses on the disease ecology of a pathogen that infects blue crabs. Research on the dynamics of these pathogens is vital because the reovirus causes mortality to an economically and ecologically important species."
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Researchers pursue green technology to capture carbon dioxide emissions

UMCES-IMET scientists have been awarded a three-year, $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to understand how microalgae can be used to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from power plants.
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Innovative incubator to jumpstart efforts to control harmful algal blooms

UMCES has been awarded a $7.5 million grant from NOAA to lead an innovative US Harmful Algal Bloom Control Technology Incubator to advance innovative ways to control harmful algal blooms that are impacting the health of people and marine ecosystems, as well as regional economies.
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Innovative research that uses algae to trap greenhouse gas emissions receives $3M

UMCES researchers were selected to receive $3M award from U.S. Department of Energy to develop a scalable carbon-negative bioreactor system to capture carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming, from power plant flue gases.
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Next Generation: Lauren Jonas on where nutrients are hiding in coral reefs

Lauren Jonas researches nutrients that support life on coral reefs to help us understand nutrient cycles in these biodiverse ecosystems.
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Next Generation: Taylor Armstrong on controlling toxic algal blooms in lakes

"I will be looking at how we can control and mitigate harmful algal blooms in polluted lakes. I want to figure out what those chemicals being released by the barley are to simplify the process of combating harmful algal blooms."
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Dr. Jenn Burns of Texas Tech University Named New Director of UMCES’s Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science has named Dr Jenn Burns, a highly respected expert in marine physiology and ecology with a distinguished career in polar research and science leadership, as the new Director of its Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET).
View Content

Researchers collaborate with Maryland companies to innovate new technology

Two UMCES.researchers received support from the Maryland Industrial Partnerships (MIPS) program to collaborate with Maryland-based companies on technology product development projects.
View Content

Next Generation: Olivia Pares on viruses in blue crabs

"My research focuses on the disease ecology of a pathogen that infects blue crabs. Research on the dynamics of these pathogens is vital because the reovirus causes mortality to an economically and ecologically important species."
View Content

Researchers pursue green technology to capture carbon dioxide emissions

UMCES-IMET scientists have been awarded a three-year, $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to understand how microalgae can be used to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from power plants.
View Content

Innovative incubator to jumpstart efforts to control harmful algal blooms

UMCES has been awarded a $7.5 million grant from NOAA to lead an innovative US Harmful Algal Bloom Control Technology Incubator to advance innovative ways to control harmful algal blooms that are impacting the health of people and marine ecosystems, as well as regional economies.
View Content

Innovative research that uses algae to trap greenhouse gas emissions receives $3M

UMCES researchers were selected to receive $3M award from U.S. Department of Energy to develop a scalable carbon-negative bioreactor system to capture carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming, from power plant flue gases.
View Content

Next Generation: Lauren Jonas on where nutrients are hiding in coral reefs

Lauren Jonas researches nutrients that support life on coral reefs to help us understand nutrient cycles in these biodiverse ecosystems.
View Content

Next Generation: Taylor Armstrong on controlling toxic algal blooms in lakes

"I will be looking at how we can control and mitigate harmful algal blooms in polluted lakes. I want to figure out what those chemicals being released by the barley are to simplify the process of combating harmful algal blooms."
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Events

From annual events to monthly seminars, visit the calendar page to check in on upcoming events at the lab.

About

The Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology is an alliance of University System of Maryland scientists engaged in cutting-edge research in microbiology, molecular genetic analysis and biotechnology.

Faculty

Meet the faculty who are using marine microbes and biotechnology to develop alternative energy and support sustainable aquaculture and fisheries.

Outreach

Our Inner Harbor location offers a variety of opportunities for the public to learn about the Chesapeake Bay and careers in marine science, including an annual open house, public seminars, and entrepreneurship programs such as Ratcliffe Environmental Entrepreneurs Fellowship Program, Harbor Launch, and Baltimore Entrepreneur Office Hours.

Applying Science

Explore research programs based apply scientific knowledge to emerging environmental issues.

Education

Learn about our various programs, including an opportunity preparing underrepresented students for careers in marine science and a partnership program between young scientists and business leaders.

Services & Tools

Explore tools and resources available to scientists and researchers, including DNA sequencing at the BioAnalytical Services Laboratory.
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