OceanWorks

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Through OceanWorks, industry partners can collaborate with WHOI teams to develop, test, and deploy solutions across all blue economy sectors.

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How OceanWorks can help you

Solve hard problems with trusted experts

Solve technical challenges requiring specialized ocean science and engineering. Our 1,100 researchers provide expertise spanning underwater robotics, marine ecosystems, seafloor mapping, ocean chemistry, AI-driven data platforms, climate forecasting, policy analysis, and at-sea operations.

Bring ocean innovations to market

Build on proven ocean technology instead of starting from scratch. Our portfolio with over 300 patents offers licensing opportunities in marine robotics, real-time sensors, underwater communications, marine biotechnology, biomaterials, and more. With our ocean experts, you can co-develop new innovations with built-in prototype support and state-of-the art facilities.

Tap into the world's largest collection of ocean data

Replace assumptions with integrated ocean intelligence. We connect real-time observations with centuries of context, satellite data with in-situ sensors, coastal measurements with open-ocean trends. This multi-scale perspective powers accurate models for logistics, infrastructure, climate adaptation, and strategic planning.

Accelerate development with infrastructure and support

Validate your technology with the right testing environment for your development stage. From lab bench to open-ocean trials, our facilities and operational experts support prototypes at every scale.

Deep expertise, broad impact

Expert solutions tailored to your needs

Different industries need specialized ocean expertise. Whether you're advancing aquaculture, developing underwater vehicles, or scaling carbon monitoring, WHOI researchers deliver solutions to your toughest challenges. Our teams are ready to work with you.

Aquaculture

Scale your sustainable production with our automation, breeding innovations, and monitoring expertise that reduce costs while protecting ocean health.

Carbon monitoring

We design and deploy field-ready carbon and pH sensing systems for accurate coastal and open-ocean carbon monitoring, affordable at scale.

Coastal/marine hazards

Enhance strategic planning with our coastal hazard intelligence: real-time harmful algal bloom tracking, storm modeling, and flooding forecasts for community protection.

Marine Biotechnology

Our coastal-to-deep-ocean access enables discovery of marine-derived enzymes, bioactive compounds, and unique biomaterials that can accelerate your path to developing innovative biotech solutions.

Marine robotics

Leverage WHOI’s leading robotics talent and integrated sensing expertise to solve your toughest underwater challenges.

National defense

Accelerate your maritime defense capabilities with our 95+ years of naval research-to-deployment expertise in unmanned systems, passive acoustics, and underwater domain awareness.

Ocean Data & AI

Turn ocean complexity into clarity with our 95+ years of climate data and AI-driven models deliver actionable forecasts supporting your coastal resilience and climate adaptation decisions.

Underwater Communications

Underwater communications

Your underwater missions need reliable connectivity. Our 50+ proven acoustic, sonar, and optical systems deliver data transmission in the most extreme environments.

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WHOI challenges us to push the limits. And we challenge them back. Behind all of this is strong academic rigor, peer-reviewed publications, and great science on both sides.”

Jeff Carbeck, former Eastman Vice President of Corporate Innovation

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Our Team

Meet the OceanWorks Team

Our on-site team works alongside WHOI researchers to build strong industry relationships and secure sustainable funding. With expertise spanning IP strategy, licensing, and partnership development, we're committed to your success.

WHY WHOI OCEANWORKS

Unmatched capabilities

Proven expertise

Over 96 years of solving complex challenges with world-renowned experts, infrastructure, ocean operations and data products.

Collaborative innovation

Visionary scientists, engineers, and technologists creating breakthrough innovations and solutions that push the limits of what’s been possible before.

Evidence-backed insights

Advice and guidance backed by world-leading ocean science and one of the largest collections of ocean data on earth.

96+ Years of ocean leadership

Since 1930, WHOI has been at the forefront of ocean science—discovering the Titanic, pioneering deep-sea exploration, and solving challenges once thought impossible. This legacy is now available to accelerate your business.

Facilities & testbeds

Unique patents

Industry partners

Over 475 Successful Industry Collaborations

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What to expect when you reach out:

A confidential conversation to understand your challenge and goals

Guidance on partnership pathways—from sponsored research to facility access and joint development

Connection to WHOI experts, platforms, and data aligned to your needs

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OceanWorks

Partner with us

Through OceanWorks, industry partners can collaborate with WHOI teams to develop, test, and deploy solutions across all blue economy sectors.

start A conversation

How oceanworks can help you

Solve hard problems with trusted experts

Partner with world-class WHOI scientists, engineers, and technologists to tackle complex ocean challenges.

Strategic research & consulting

Collaborative, interdisciplinary research to tackle complex ocean challenges.

Commercialization & Innovation

Collaborative, interdisciplinary research to tackle complex ocean challenges.

Data Access & Applied Ocean Intelligence

Collaborative, interdisciplinary research to tackle complex ocean challenges.

Validation & Facility Use

Collaborative, interdisciplinary research to tackle complex ocean challenges.

deep expertise, broad impact

Expert solutions tailored to your needs