We are a multi-disciplinary research organization that has been mandated to collect, analyse
and disseminate information relating to the economic, technological, environmental, social and legal developments
in marine affairs and to formulate and implement specific programmes/projects.
Our Programmes
Our Research Officers
Coral Spawning in Tobago
Mountainous star coral releasing gamete (sperm/egg) bundles
Monitoring Coral Spawning in Tobago
Life along the Seashore of Trinidad and Tobago
Have you visited the beach and found interesting things and wondered what are they?
Click on ‘Read more’ to learn more
Beaches and Bays of Trinidad and Tobago
Learn about the beaches and bays of Trinidad and Tobago
Our Story
The Institute of Marine Affairs
We are a multi-disciplinary research organization that has been mandated to collect, analyse and disseminate information relating to the economic, technological, environmental, social and legal developments in marine affairs and to formulate and implement specific programmes/projects.
Our Mission
Fostering Research
The mission of the IMA is to conduct and foster research and to provide advice for the sustainable management of the coastal and marine areas and resources of Trinidad and Tobago.