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  • Dive into marine science

    Earn college credits in 1-week, 2-week, or 2.5-week courses this summer! Undergraduates and high school students from any school can enroll. View Course Listings.

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    Public Programs

    Shoals Marine Laboratory offers a wide array of public educational programs! Join us for day or overnight events for adults or families in marine science, sustainable food, art, and more! More information here

  • UNH student Emily Ray conducting research at SML, photo credit Jeremy Gasowski

    Student Research Programs

    The Gulf of Maine is one of the fastest warming bodies of water on the planet. SML engages students in real-world research under faculty mentors. Learn more about Student Research Opportunities.

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Summer Offerings

Undergraduate Courses

  • Marine Mammal Biology
  • Coastal Habitat Field Research Methods
  • Shark Biology and Conservation
  • Evolution and Marine Diversity
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High School Students

  • Marine Environmental Science
  • Intro to the Biology of Sharks, Skates, and Rays

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Public Programs

  • Adult & Family Programs
  • Celia Thaxter's Island Garden Tours
  • Appledore Island Walking Tours
  • Visiting Groups

Welcome!

Immerse yourself in marine science at a remote island field station in the Gulf of Maine.

News

  • From Improving Wind Energy Infrastructure to Water Conservation: Introducing the Shoals Marine Laboratory Summer 2022 Sustainability Engineering Interns
    Thursday, June 23, 2022
  • SML's Celia Thaxter's Garden Tour at Prescott Park
    Tuesday, June 29, 2021
  • SML Awarded Platinum UNH Sustainability Award
    Monday, May 10, 2021
  • Rising Together: 2020 IMPACT REPORT
    Friday, April 30, 2021

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Email: shoals.lab@unh.edu
Phone: (603) 862-5346

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