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The Skidaway Institute of Oceanography (SkIO), a
multidisciplinary research institution within the University System,
is located on a 700 acre campus on Skidaway Island, 16 miles southeast
of Savannah. The Institute sits on the banks of the Skidaway River,
with access to a diverse range of estuarine and coastal habitats. Its
remote pristine location, convenient to coastal and ocean waters,
guarantees a constant influx of visiting scientists and students
seeking access to state-of-the-art research facilities, accessible
research locations, and opportunities for collaboration with Skidaway
Institute's interdisciplinary and internationally-recognized research
faculty.
 The Skidaway Institute of Oceanography was created in 1967 by a
commission of the Georgia General Assembly and was given the mandate
to conduct research in all fields of oceanography and marine sciences.
In 1971, Skidaway Institute of Oceanography was transferred to the
University System to serve as a base of operations and central
facility for marine interests within the University System.
The Institute's primary goals are to further understanding of
marine and environmental sciences, conduct leading edge research on
marine and coastal systems, and train tomorrow's scientists. The
campus serves as a gateway to marine environments and helps to
integrate marine programs throughout the University System. The
Institute strives to create a more knowledgeable citizen capable of
promoting sound utilization of natural coastal and marine resources
while capitalizing on coastal economic opportunities. Research
activities at the Institute are conducted on scales ranging from local
economic and environmental issues to global processes and phenomena.
Although not a degree-granting institution, Skidaway Institute
faculty hold adjunct appointments at University System institutions
and other universities throughout the US and serve as mentors and
advisors for undergraduate and graduate students who will ultimately
receive their degrees from their home institution. Institute faculty
supervise the research and training of students from all over the
world. Strong collaborative ties with other University System
institutions allow Skidaway Institute of Oceanography faculty to bring
the latest in research findings to the classroom; in turn, Institute
laboratories offer hands-on research opportunities for students. The
campus also houses the University System's largest library devoted to
marine sciences.
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