Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology IMET

The Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET) is a research institute based in Baltimore, Maryland. IMET is a joint venture of the University System of Maryland, drawing on the expertise of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, the University of Maryland Baltimore County, and the University of Maryland Baltimore. With 31 employees, IMET focuses on advancing marine and environmental research. IMET's scientists develop technologies and conduct research aimed at protecting and restoring coastal marine systems and their watersheds. Their work encompasses a wide range of areas, including aquaculture, genomics, environmental sensor development, environmental remediation, developmental biology, marine biomedicine, molecular and cellular systems, and sustainable urban ports and ecosystems. The institute's research efforts utilize aquaculture and genomics to promote conservation and the creation of marine resources, including marine bioenergy. IMET's commitment extends to developing innovative solutions for environmental remediation, exploring advancements in developmental biology, marine biomedicine, and molecular and cellular systems, and fostering sustainable practices in urban ports and ecosystems. Visit IMET's website at imet.usmd.edu for more information.