INSTITUTE FOR THE OCEANS AND FISHERIES

Appetite for luxurious shark fin soup drives massive shark populations decline

“Extinction must not make the decision for us," co-author Daniel Pauly says.

William Cheung named member of the College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists

Dr. Cheung is highly effective in helping local and international communities understand how their actions are affecting the oceans.

Climate change fuels accumulation of pollutants in Chinook salmon, killer whales

Southern resident killer whales that exist along the Pacific Northeast Coast eat Chinook salmon, and these two predators are impacted by increased pollutant bioaccumulation driven by climate change

Drawing First Blood

Researchers publish first reference ranges for Steller sea lions

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  RESEARCH

  IOF researchers study the oceans and the livelihoods of the coastal populations who depend on their health.

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  EDUCATION

  IOF students work with some of the world’s leading experts in fisheries management and ocean science.

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  IMPACT

  Work at the IOF has improved fisheries management, informed policy, improved research practices, and more.

Our Vision
A world in which the ocean is healthy and its resources are used sustainably and equitably.
 
 
Our Mission
To lead the way to healthy and sustainable marine and freshwater systems through excellent research, inspirational education, and innovative societal engagement.

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