GEOMAR

GEOMAR, short for the Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, is a leading German marine research institution located in Kiel, Germany. Established in 2004, it is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres and has become one of Europe's most prominent oceanographic research facilities. The institute focuses on studying the ocean's role in the Earth's system, with research spanning from the seafloor to the atmosphere.

GEOMAR's research activities are organized into three main departments: Ocean Circulation and Climate Dynamics, Marine Biogeochemistry, and Marine Ecology. The institute operates various research vessels, including the modern RV SONNE, which enables scientists to conduct expeditions worldwide. GEOMAR is also home to the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel GmbH, which combines fundamental research with applied marine science.

The institute plays a crucial role in understanding climate change, ocean acidification, and marine biodiversity. It collaborates with international partners and contributes to major research initiatives such as the German Climate Computing Centre and the European Marine Board. GEOMAR's research provides essential scientific basis for marine policy and environmental protection efforts.