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The Gulf of Maine Research Institute pioneers collaborative solutions to global ocean challenges. Located in Portland, ME, the institute is dedicated to the resilience of the Gulf of Maine ecosystem and the communities that depend on it.

Hannaford Supermarkets partners with Gulf of Maine Research Institute to assess climate vulnerability of its stores
Collaboration underscores Hannaford’s commitment to sustainability and long-term community resilience through science-based climate planning

Aug 4, 2026
Gulf of Maine Research Institute completes $15 million science literacy endowment
Investment by the Lunder Foundation secures future of LabVenture.

Jul 27, 2026
The NSF Seafood Engine in New England wins $15M U.S. National Science Foundation award to strengthen fisheries and aquaculture
New initiative brings together industry, researchers, government, and technology partners to strengthen the regional seafood supply chain.

Jul 15, 2026
City of Portland and Gulf of Maine Research Institute Launch Major Climate Partnership to Build Coastal Resilience
$4 Million Wharf Renovation, Waterfront Electrification, and New Resilience Education Project Demonstrate City's Leadership as Climate-Ready Community.

Dec 3, 2025
Shaping Tomorrow, Together: Gulf of Maine Research Institute Announces New Five-Year Strategic Plan
The Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI) announced the launch of its ambitious 2025-2030 strategic plan during its annual Leadership Reception.

Jun 28, 2025
Gulf of Maine Research Institute Appoints Elizabeth Scott as Chief Development Officer
PORTLAND, Maine (March 17, 2025) — The Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Scott as its new …

Mar 17, 2025
Gulf of Maine Research Institute Names Rhiannon Hampson Vice President for Economic Development
Rhiannon Hampson joins GMRI in new leadership role.

Feb 12, 2025
GMRI Senior Scientist Dr. Kanae Tokunaga Contributes to Global Assessment on Transformative Change
Newly released summary presents the key messages and policy options, as approved by the IPBES Plenary.

Dec 18, 2024
Introducing Inaugural Gulf of Maine Tastemakers Award Winners
The Gulf of Maine Research Institute celebrates local seafood champions

Jun 25, 2024
Accelerator program for blue tech startups leveraging artificial intelligence launches in Portland
New Blue w(AI)ve accelerator aims to improve investment readiness of early-stage companies leveraging AI to develop ocean-based products and services.

Feb 6, 2024