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The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) is Scotland's premier independent marine science organisation generating new knowledge for the benefit of the marine environment and society since 1884.
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Our science works for a greater understanding of ocean systems, improved predictions of coastal futures and a sustainable ocean-based economy.
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150 students study full-time at SAMS on programmes lasting between 1 and 4 years.
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Business
We are helping business succeed in a productive ocean environment offering bespoke consultancy, training, conference and research facilities, and rental space in our business incubator.
Commercial services
- SAMS Enterprise consultancy
- European Marine Science Park (HIE)
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We share our Ocean knowledge, understanding, enthusiasm and concerns with our many communities and collaborate widely to grow Ocean literacy in society.
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Scientific facilities and services at SAMS

Scottish Marine Robotics Facility

Culture Collection of Algae & Protozoa

SAMS research vessels

Analytical facilities

Alan Ansell research aquarium

Research seaweed farms

Seaweed nursery

Experimental artificial reef

SAMS ICT & Information Services

Wyville Thomson library

Conference facilities