The Center for Marine Science maintains two seawater systems that provide reliable access to seawater for research projects and outreach programs. Learn more about our seawater operation.
Our Aquaculture Facility at Wrightsville Beach seawater system became operational in 1991 and now primarily focuses on intensive finfish culture. In 2000, the Center for Marine Science seawater system began supporting much broader scientific endeavors.
Both systems have had several upgrades to improve automation, filtration, distribution and reliability. A centralized digital management system operates behind the scenes to assure continuous seawater delivery even during adverse weather events. Our seawater team is on call 24 hours a day/365 days a year to keep our research in constant operation.
Ron Moore, Aquaculture Systems Consultant
910.962.2312