Umeå Marine Sciences Centre is a dynamic environment for marine research, education, and environmental monitoring. We contribute to the sustainable development of resilient productive marine ecosystems in Arctic, sub-Arctic and extreme environments.
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The call is now open for applications for Transnational and Virtual Access.
Researchers can now apply for funded ship time through SWERVE – the national infrastructure initiative that strengthens Swedish marine science. Several vessels are included in the programme, including the UMF research vessel KBV 181.
The call applies to ship time during 2026 and is open until 21 July 2025.
Welcome to UMF - a hub for advanced marine research in arctic, subarctic and extreme environments.
Onboard KBV 181, there is advanced equipment for sampling and for biological and chemical analyses.
We invite internationally competitive candidates to apply for research fellowship or Internship awards.
Pharmaceutical used for sleep disorders influences the migration success of juvenile salmon in the wild.
Alexandra Rouillard is awarded grants for e-DNA sediment analysis, enhancing knowledge of salmon populations.
The Gulf of Bothnia is getting eutrophied. This is shown by a study conducted at Umeå Marine Sciences Centre.
Václava Hazuková, KBC-Kempe postdoc, researches carbon storage in Arctic lakes.
Cutbacks on the monitoring of marine environments will lead to serious consequences.
Marine field personnel in Sweden exchange knowledge about making high-quality measurements in seawater.
