Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Research
Dr. John E. Reynolds, III, Center Director
CENTER MISSION
The
mission of the Center for Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Research is to
provide the highest quality information possible to enhance scientific
understanding of the biology, requirements, and habitats of these
aquatic vertebrates; to inform wise conservation and management
decisions; to provide professional leadership among our scientific
peers and students worldwide; and to disseminate our findings to
scientists, conservationists, and the general public.
The Center consists of five major research programs:
- Dolphin Research Program
- Manatee Research Program
- Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Program
- Sensory Biology and Behavior Program
- Stranding Investigations Program
Mote Marine Laboratory has been a leader in marine research since it was founded in 1955. Today, we incorporate public outreach as a key part of our mission. Mote is an independent nonprofit organization and has seven centers for marine research, the public Mote Aquarium and an Education Division specializing in public programs for all ages.
