 Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute

Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (HBOI) is a prominent marine research facility located in the coastal town of Fort Pierce, Florida. Established in 1971, it is part of Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and is dedicated to advancing the understanding of oceanographic and coastal processes, marine ecosystems, and the impacts of human activities on marine environments. HBOI conducts a wide range of research involving oceanography, marine biology, ecology, and environmental science.