Better science,
better decisions

The Western Australian Marine Science Institution (WAMSI) is a collaboration of state and federal government and academic science organisations working together to provide independent marine research for the benefit of the environment, the community and the Blue Economy.

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Small circle features snubfin dolphins from the Kimberley Marine Research Program by Christy Harrington, Murdoch University. Large circle features CSIRO researcher and Bardi Jawi Ranger working on the Kimberley Marine Research Program by Mat Vanderklift.

WAMSI News

Fish surround a baited remote underwater video. Photo Daniel Yeoh DPIRD

From sonar to drones: Fishing around for best research results

22 May 2023

Squid being released from net. Photo Daniel Yeoh DPIRD

Studying the sizes, seasons and whereabouts of Cockburn Sound’s squid

13 May 2023

Diver working near seagrass

Data team collecting, checking and delving into historical records

5 May 2023

Sediment sampling with a grabber on a boat

Thousands of creatures uncovered in sediment samples

5 April 2023

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Latest Research

Dredging Science

World-class marine research to enhance capacity within government and the private sector to predict and manage the environmental impacts of dredging in Western Australia. This program delivered outcomes to increase the confidence, timeliness and efficiency of dredging projects.

View The Program Read The Synthesis Report

Shark Bay Research Priorities

WAMSI is developing a comprehensive science plan to respond to environmental pressures facing the Shark Bay World Heritage property.

View The Program Read The Literature Review

Initiative

Blueprint for Marine Science

An independent, objective assessment of the priorities for future marine research in Western Australia. The Blueprint is the strategic plan for applied marine science in WA for the next 30 years, with stakeholder focus to ensure any resulting research agenda is guided by real world priorities.

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Connecting you to capability

Delivering strategic, multidisciplinary research programs

We deliver research that informs the socio-economic development and marine environmental management of Australia’s western coast, utilising 200 scientists from 11 partner organisations.

Facilitating research projects and simple procurement

We offer access to the combined capability of our partners. Existing frameworks for collaboration allow for straightforward development of teams to address project needs.

Developing forums and strategies to aid decision making

WAMSI facilitates a number of forums to address issues related to marine science and has partnered with numerous industry, research and other groups to bring diverse groups together for discussion.