The GMS provides a connection between scientific research at UMass Amherst—the No. 1 public university in New England—and the North Shore of Massachusetts, the Gulf of Maine, and the marine environment across the globe.
Since 1967, UMass Amherst faculty and students have used this exceptional location to conduct pioneering, place-based marine and coastal research. Engaging directly with research partners and the local communities who rely on these ecosystems for their livelihoods and quality of life, GMS benefits Massachusetts and the region by advancing ecological, economic, and community resilience.
Research Areas
Building regional resilience is at the core of our work. We work with communities, government, nonprofits, businesses, and other research institutions to find comprehensive solutions to urgent challenges at the intersection of ecological, economic, and community resilience.
Looking for faculty teaching & research opportunities?
If you’re a UMass faculty member interested in bringing your course to the GMS for a field trip or for a week-long short course, reach out!
Our Team
Guided by our strategic plan, For a Resilient Future: 2025–2030, GMS is entering an exciting era of growth and development.
Investment from UMass and the Commonwealth has fueled the first phase of infrastructure improvements: a new dock, a Living Seawall, and outdoor research and education areas—foundational infrastructure to support resilient research and development opportunities.