Research Centers and Institutes

Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC)

The ASCC is dedicated to the research and development of green energy and materials and conducts research related to engineering, infrastructure, and material development. For more information, contact 207.581.2123 or frontoffice@composites.maine.edu. The ASCC maintains accounts on Facebook (UMaine Advanced Structures and Composites Center), YouTube (UMaine Composites Center), and Twitter (UMaine Composites).

Aquaculture Research Institute (ARI)

The ARI pursues research interests towards the goal of advancing sustainable aquaculture practices in Maine and beyond. The ARI maintains accounts on Facebook (UMaineAquaculture) and Instagram (aquaculture_research_institute).

Center for Research on Sustainable Forests (CRSF)

The CRSF utilizes emerging technologies to address current and future natural resource issues, particularly those related to northern forest ecosystems and the Maine forestry industry. For more information, contact 207.581.3794 or crsf@maine.edu.

Center for Undergraduate Research (CUGR)

The Center for Undergraduate Research facilitates faculty mentored research, scholarship, and activities for undergraduate students. It offers support and guidance through all stages of research. For more information about CUGR, contact 207-581-3583 or CUGR@maine.edu. CUGR maintains accounts on Facebook (centerforundergraduateresearch), YouTube (Center for Undergraduate Research), Twitter (UMaine_CUGR), Instagram (umaine.cugr), and TikTok (umaine.cugr).

Climate Change Institute (CCI)

The CCI is an interdisciplinary climate research unit and a global leader in climate change research. There are many opportunities for participation in both undergraduate and graduate research projects. Contact 207.581.2190 or contactcci@maine.edu for more information. CCI also maintains an Instagram (climatechangeinstitute) account.

Cooperative Forestry Research Unit (CFRU)

The CFRU conducts research related to forestry practices and resources to inform both industry professionals and policymakers. The unit maintains an explorable research map, hosts workshops, and holds regular meetings. For more information about CFRU, contact 207.581.2893 or cfru@maine.edu.

Forest Bioproducts Research Institute (FBRI)

The FBRI works to advance forest-based technologies, supporting regional forest businesses, and developing sustainable forest bioproducts. For more information, contact 207.581.1489 or fbri@maine.edu. FBRI also maintains a Facebook (UMaineForestBioproducts) account.

Maine Agricultural and Forest Experiment Station

The Maine Agricultural and Forest Experiment Station is operated by the College of Earth, Life and Health Sciences. It conducts research related to resource profitability and sustainability of Maine’s natural resources. The website has an interactive map with past and present research projects. For more information, contact 207.581.3205 or um.nsfaresearch@maine.edu.

Maine Center for Genetics in the Environment

The Maine Center for Genetics in the Environment strives to lead in the field of transformative environmental genetic research, innovation, outreach, and training for the sustainability and wellbeing of natural and human ecosystems. For more information, contact 207.581.1506 or research@maine.edu.

Maine Sea Grant

Maine Sea Grant is a NOAA sponsored research center focused on issues in Maine’s coastal areas and marine resources. Contact 207.581.1435 or umseagrant@maine.edu for more information. Maine Sea Grant maintains an Instagram (maineseagrant) account.

Margaret Chase Smith Policy Center (MCSPC)

The MCSPC participates in applied interdisciplinary policy research and community engagement to enhance the quality of public dialogue concerning local, state, regional, and national policy issues. For more information, please contact 207.581.1648 or um.policycenter@maine.edu. MCSPC maintains social media accounts on Twitter (umainepolicy), Facebook (umainepolicycenter), and Instagram (mcs.policy.center).

Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions (Mitchell Center)

The Mitchell Center is dedicated to the pursuit of solutions-driven, interdisciplinary research with the goal of helping to solve complex issues related to the field of sustainability. Contact 207.581.3195 or umgmc@maine.edu for more information. The Mitchell Center maintains accounts on Facebook (MitchellCenterForSustainabilitySolutions) and YouTube (Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions).

USGS Maine Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit

The USGS Maine Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit collaborates with various agencies and organizations to conduct vital wildlife research. Contact the unit at mainecoopunit@maine.edu.