Hopkins Marine Station
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| Established | 1892 |
| Type | Marine research facility |
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| City | Pacific Grove, California |
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| Country | United States |
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Hopkins Marine Station is a marine biology research facility that is part of Stanford University. It is located in Pacific Grove, California, on the Monterey Peninsula. The station was established in 1892 and is one of the oldest marine laboratories on the United States' west coast.
History[edit | edit source]
Hopkins Marine Station was originally founded as the Marine Biological Laboratory of the Leland Stanford Junior University. It was later renamed in honor of Timothy Hopkins, a key benefactor and trustee of Stanford University. The station has played a significant role in the development of marine biology and oceanography as scientific disciplines.
Research and Facilities[edit | edit source]
The station conducts a wide range of research in marine biology, including studies on marine ecology, evolutionary biology, and molecular biology. The facilities include state-of-the-art laboratories, a library, and access to the diverse marine environments of the Monterey Bay.
Education[edit | edit source]
Hopkins Marine Station offers educational programs for both undergraduate and graduate students. Courses cover various aspects of marine science, and students have the opportunity to engage in hands-on research. The station also collaborates with other institutions and organizations to promote marine science education and conservation.
Notable Faculty and Alumni[edit | edit source]
Several prominent scientists have been associated with Hopkins Marine Station, including David Starr Jordan, the first president of Stanford University, and Paul Ehrlich, a renowned biologist and author.
Location[edit | edit source]
The station is situated on a scenic coastal site in Pacific Grove, providing easy access to the rich marine biodiversity of the Monterey Bay. The location is ideal for field studies and marine research.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Stanford University
- Marine biology
- Monterey Bay
- Pacific Grove, California
- David Starr Jordan
- Paul Ehrlich
See Also[edit | edit source]
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