Alliance Partnerships

Located on the Rio Grande River, the ABQ BioPark is the Zoo, Botanic Garden, Aquarium and Tingley Beach. The Zoo is home to over 900 animals, many of which are in conservation programs. The Botanic Garden has 32 acres of exhibits, highlighting plants from the Southwest USA and around the world. The Aquarium exhibits native freshwater species and ocean animals. Tingley Beach has recreational fishing. We are the top tourist destination in New Mexico.

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The Aquarium of the Pacific displays 12,000 animals that celebrate the planet’s largest and most diverse body of water, the Pacific Ocean. Beyond its world-class animal exhibits, the Aquarium offers educational programs for people of all ages from hands-on activities to lectures by leading scientists. The Education department strives to provide educators professional development opportunities that contribute to the implementation of NGSS.

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Arizona Science Center stands as one of the nation’s premier destinations for hands-on STEM learning. Founded in 1984 as the Arizona Museum of Science & Technology, has a mission to enrich all audiences through science, engaging nearly 800,000 children, teens, and adults each year. As a trusted statewide resource for informal STEM education, it empowers people of all ages and backgrounds to explore, create, and innovate in an ever-evolving world. Whether you’re discovering classic exhibits, catching a limited-run planetarium show, or diving into creative STEM experiences, Arizona Science Center offers endless opportunities to spark curiosity.

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Arizona State University is dedicated to the simultaneous pursuit of excellence, broad access to quality education and meaningful societal impact. The university is committed to producing master learners with a uniquely adaptive and transdisciplinary approach. ASU exemplifies a new prototype for the American public research university. Our culture of innovation and inclusion draws pioneering researchers, educators, and community champions to our faculty and attracts highly qualified students. ASU is expanding academic and entrepreneurial opportunities for every type of learner at all stages of life.

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Founded in 1971 by the State Legislature, the Dauphin Island Sea Lab (DISL) is Alabama’s marine science education and research institution. Located on the eastern tip of Dauphin Island, a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico, DISL is perfectly situated for a wide range of marine science activity. DISL serves Pre-K through gray with a wide variety of educational programs through Discovery Hall, University Programs and the Aquarium of Alabama.

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The EcoExploratorio (EcoEX) is an independent initiative of scientific and technological education of Puerto Rico. It is for everyone and by everyone. EcoEX attracts people through living experiences, fosters curiosity and critical thinking, promotes shared knowledge and effective communication, and develops a growing love and respect for science. The mission is to inspire people to explore, share and protect the natural environment through science, engineering, mathematics and technology.

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Located in Atlanta, GA, the Georgia Aquarium is a scientific institution that entertains and educates, features exhibits and programs of the highest standards, and offers engaging and exciting guest experiences that promote the conservation of aquatic biodiversity throughout the world. As a leader in aquatic research and exceptional animal care, we are dedicated to fostering a deeper appreciation for our ocean and the animals that call it home.

The Georgia Aquarium is not offering NOAA Ocean Exploration professional development opportunities at this time.

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Ready to dive into an aquatic adventure? Add a splash of wonder to any day at Greater Cleveland Aquarium!

Whether you peer at piranha, smile at a stingray, observe an octopus, view a tegu or marvel over moon jellies, up-close and immersive views let you go nose-to-nose with native species and head deep under the sea. Fresh and saltwater habitats allow you to journey to nearby lakes or explore faraway oceans, while daily interactive experiences put you in touch with the living world and your natural curiosity.

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Located along the shore of Lake Superior, Great Lakes Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) private nonprofit that opened in 2001. Great Lakes Aquarium features animals and habitats found within the Great Lakes basin as well as other freshwater and marine ecosystems. Beyond its doors, Great Lakes Aquarium creates a sense of place through early childhood and youth programs, educator trainings, and free learning materials for regional educators.

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The Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI) is an independent, non-partisan marine non-profit that supports the Gulf of Maine ecosystem and the communities that depend on it. GMRI develops and delivers collaborative solutions to global ocean challenges.

The Hatfield Marine Science Center in Newport, Oregon is the marine and coastal research branch of Oregon State University. Since 1965, Hatfield has been a hub for coastal research and serves as an oceanographic research base for six state and federal agencies. Hatfield is also home to Oregon State University’s Marine Operations, which includes research vessels, marine tech and support services. Hatfield excels in student research opportunities and experiential instruction. Each summer the campus hosts a thriving internship program and offers an array of academic programs for students in K-12, along with community college through post-doc levels.

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (LLPA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that inspires people to explore, discover, and learn about Earth’s diverse ecosystems. A world-class facility, the Aquarium provides learning opportunities for all levels, interests, and ages.

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Mystic Aquarium offers exemplary care to a variety of species while also serving as the northeast’s premier marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation center. Robust conservation and education programming along with unparalleled visitor experiences serve to strengthen personal connections to the animals and their environments. The mission of Mystic Aquarium is to protect aquatic life and empower communities to save our oceans and introduces approximately 800,000 guests annually to thousands of animals through structured interpretations, specially curated exhibits and hands-on interactions. As a leading research organization, Mystic Aquarium employs a full staff of scientists engaged in projects focused on the conservation and sustainability of our ocean planet.

The National Aquarium, located in Baltimore, MD, seeks to inspire conservation of the world's aquatic treasures. Through education, research, conservation action and advocacy, the Aquarium pursues a vision to change the way humanity cares for our ocean planet while meeting the needs of diverse communities locally and beyond. Their conservation work focuses on combating climate change, saving wildlife and habitats, and stopping plastic pollution.

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National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa (NMSAS) is located in the cradle of Polynesia’s oldest culture. The sanctuary protects extensive coral reefs, including some of the oldest and largest Porites coral heads in the world, along with deep-water reefs, hydrothermal vent communities, and rare marine archaeological resources. Outreach and communication activities help increase public awareness about the sanctuary and its resources, and encourage public involvement in resource protection.

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The mission of the American Samoa Department of Education (ASDOE) is to provide highly effective educators, appropriate resources and promote community partnership to ensure meaningful learning opportunities.

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OMSI’s mission is to inspire curiosity through engaging science learning experiences, foster experimentation and the exchange of ideas, and stimulate informed action. The museum's vision is to collaborate with partners to ignite an education transformation at the intersection of science, technology, and design.

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The Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC), established by law in 1998 and opened in 2001, is Palau's leading marine research institution. It advances coral reef research, fosters public education and awareness, and supports sustainable marine resource management by providing leaders with scientific information and technical expertise. Over the years, PICRC's scope has expanded from nearshore research to overseeing the entire Palau National Marine Sanctuary, covering all of Palau’s waters. Our mission: to be a Center of Excellence that produces high-quality and impactful research, education, and opportunities to support the stewardship of Palau’s ocean resources.

Located on the rocky coast in historic Odiorne Point State Park in Rye, NH, Seacoast Science Center is a marine education and science resource dedicated to inspiring active conservation. SSC features aquariums, indoor touch tanks, interactive exhibits, and naturalist-led programs and events that teach people about the importance of the coastal and marine environment so that they are empowered to help build a healthier future for our planet.

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The South Carolina Aquarium is an award-winning nonprofit that connects people with water, wildlife and wild places. Showcasing South Carolina habitats, from the mountains to the sea, it is also home to the Sea Turtle Care Center™, a rehabilitation facility for ailing sea turtles. Education is the heart of the Aquarium’s mission, reaching students and teachers worldwide through distance learning, free school programs, workshops and outreach.

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Delaware Sea Grant helps Delaware communities wisely use, manage, and conserve our state's valuable coastal resources by fostering sustainable coastal economies, developing resilience to coastal hazards, and preparing the next generation of coastal leaders.

Education and Outreach programs engage pre-college students, K-12 educators, and graduate students. The Education Team offers outdoor, coastal field trips, professional development opportunities, and experiential courses. Programs focus on coastal ecology, geology, watershed stewardship, ocean research, exploration & technology. We aspire to provide valued programs that educate, advance ocean literacy, and encourage everyone’s citizen scientist.

Learn more about the education and outreach programs at University of South Florida’s College of Marine Science.

Housed within University of the Virgin Island's Center for Marine and Environmental Studies (CMES), the Virgin Islands Marine Advisory Service (VIMAS) serves as the extension arm of the University of Puerto Rico’s Sea Grant College Program. VIMAS works with various local and federal partners within the Virgin Island’s community to: 1) Increase awareness of our natural resources; and 2) Provide sound ecological/ecosystem data to decision makers, coastal managers and the public. These goals are met through the use of collaborative research, outreach, and outreach tools.

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The Waikīkī Aquarium, founded in 1904, is the third oldest public aquarium in the United States and a part of the University of Hawaii . Known for its vibrant displays of living corals and reef fish, the Waikīkī Aquarium's exhibits, programs, and research focus on the marine life of Hawaii and the tropical Pacific.The Waikīkī Aquarium's mission statement is to inspire and promote understanding, appreciation and conservation of Pacific marine life.

Learn more about the education and outreach programs at Waikīkī Aquarium / University of Hawaii.