LEADERSHIP IN
ENVIRONMENTAL RESILIENCE
FIU’s Aquarius Reef Base Lab
Sixty feet beneath the surface of the Florida Keys, Florida International University’s Aquarius Reef Base stands as the world’s only operational undersea research laboratory — a living platform for science and innovation. Here, FIU scientists study coral reefs, marine ecosystems, and coastal resilience in real time. The discoveries made here shape how we protect our oceans, strengthen Florida’s coastal economy, and prepare for the challenges of a changing planet. With the integration of AI and advanced sensor technology, Aquarius will redefine what’s possible in ocean monitoring and environmental protection.
Today, it stands at the forefront of Florida’s commitment to coastal resilience, environmental sustainability, and the blue economy — ensuring our state continues to lead on land and in our oceans.
LEARN HOW FIU’S AQUARIUS REEF BASE IS POWERING THE NEXT WAVE OF OCEAN INNOVATION