The Marine Science Institute is the focus for marine, coastal zone, and freshwater research; marine policy studies; and educational outreach in marine science. MSI administers and supports research projects involving faculty, professional researchers, technical staff, graduate students, and undergraduate students from 14 disciplines.
Mission
The Marine Science Institute (MSI) at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), is committed to fostering innovative and significant research, to promoting effective stewardship, and to sharing the exciting discoveries of the world’s oceans.
UCSB Campus Pt. aerial view, black and white archival photo, 1970 circa
UCSB Campus Pt. aerial view in 1977
UCSB Campus Pt. aerial view, MSI building
Aerial view of MSI building overlooking the bluffs
MSI building, entrance, view from Bren Hall
Suggestive view of the MSI building at night