Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn

The Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn is a research institute in Naples, Italy, devoted to basic research in biology. Founded in 1872, it is among the most influential research institutions in the field of marine biology and ecology. The institute carries on advanced research on the biology, ecology, and evolution of marine organisms, and its activities include higher education and the formation of young scientists. The research at the institute is organized into five departments, focusing on scientific research, technological research, and marine conservation. The institute also has a public aquarium and a library, and it provides access to research infrastructure and platforms for the national and international scientific community