Objects of the Institute

The objects of the Institute are– (a) to stimulate and advance the conduct of marine scientific research in Belize; (b) to promote the utilization and conservation of the marine resources for the economic and social benefit of Belize, and to enhance the national capabilities of Belize in the conduct of marine scientific research; (c) to promote a public understanding of the appreciation for all aspects of the marine and related environment; (d) to do all such things as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above 14