Welcome to UNOLS

The University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) is a consortium of 58 academic oceanographic institutions collaborating with U.S. Federal Government agencies to ensure widespread access to advanced research vessels, submersibles, and related facilities crucial for robust research and educational programs in ocean sciences. 
Marine Facilities Planning Website

The UNOLS Marine Facilities Planning (MFP) application is the gateway for initiating ship time requests and ship scheduling for UNOLS vessels. 

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Committees are established for special purposes as decided by the UNOLS Council. These Committees address issues as set out in their terms of reference. 

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UNOLS hosts and assists in the coordination of several early career programs each year. The goal of our early career programs is to nurture the next generation of sea-going scientists. 

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