We collect the data needed to build hurricane models. We monitor major, longterm shifts in crucial marine ecosystems impacting fisheries and coastal communities. We identify how global changes in ocean currents fuel weather patterns and tropical storm development to aid forecasts. We develop and engineer new technologies in-house that expand research capabilities. And we’re doing all of this to fuel NOAA’s mission of protecting life and property on the local, national and global scale.
Explore these research highlights to learn more about AOML research topics such as how we study key ecosystems, tropical storm and hurricane development, red tide, and ocean acidification in the Atlantic Ocean. You can also find information on cutting-edge ‘Omics research techniques, which help us study genetic material found in the water column, called environmental DNA. Information is also provided on extreme weather research and the importance of improving our forecasting systems.
The Value of Coral Reef Infrastructure
The Value of Hurricane Research
The Value of ‘Omics Technology
Have you ever wanted to join our researchers in the field? Now, through AOML’s virtual reality research missions, you can join our scientists as they fly into hurricanes, dive on coral reefs, and embark on research cruises. Explore by clicking one of the experiences below or visiting AOML’s Youtube channel on your VR headset.
We Drive Innovative Science
Facilities at AOML
Ever wonder what it’s like to work at a scientific lab? AOML’s facility is a unique and historic building that was created to make possible all of the diverse research we conduct. Take a virtual tour to learn more about the places and spaces of our lab and how we use them to collaborate and innovate in the work we do.
Do you have questions for us here at AOML? We would like to answer them for you! Submit your question for AOML in the submission box below. Any question related to AOML, its mission, and its research are welcome and encouraged. Enjoy reading through previously answered submissions.
The Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory (AOML) is a lab within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA is a government agency that is made up of many different laboratories across the country. Some examples of other NOAA labs include NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (GLERL) and NOAA Earth System Research Laboratory (ESRL).
Yes, AOML collaborates with multiple international partners. While AOML has many partnerships across the Atlantic, AOML’s research also has broader impacts across the global community. Some examples of these international partnerships are the Cape Eleuthera Institute in the Bahamas, the Korean Institute of Ocean Science and Technology, Australia Bureau of Meteorology, and the Norwegian Institute of Marine Research.
NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, is a government agency that researches many different aspects of our ocean and atmosphere. AOML is a laboratory within NOAA that is made up of three divisions. AOML scientists research specific topics within ocean chemistry, marine ecosystems, physical oceanography, and hurricanes.