Mote Marine Laboratory
Marine research’s globe-spanning impacts are
more vital than ever.
Among the many treasures that make the Sarasota area
unique is Mote Marine Laboratory whose world-class
marine research has global impacts. Its advancements
to search for new lifesaving, marine-based drugs are
well known as are its breakthrough discoveries in coral
restoration. “Our groundbreaking technology to accelerate
and other marine life that rely on reefs worldwide,” says
storms like Hurricane Irma.”
Hurricane Irma is delaying this important mission at
Mote’s new Elizabeth Moore International Center for
Coral Reef Research & Restoration on Summerland
Key, which took a direct hit. Nearly 90 percent of the
corals–including Mote’s coral gene bank–were protected,
but damage to exterior structures was extensive. While
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repairs are underway, replacement costs exceed what
insurance covers, adding to the help Mote needs.
Funds have been set up to help the coral restoration
effort succeed and to help staff impacted by the storm.
Flexibility in funding is also critical to aiding research
advancements. “We have extensive crossover among
our programs that impacts the scope of what we do, and
crucial,” Kabinoff says. “The more we are able to support
able to accomplish our mission.”
Helping Mote achieve its critical mission is personally
rewarding for donors Keith and Linda Monda who say,
“We’re proud that we are making a positive impact
on our environment, economy and community by
supporting Mote’s research and conservation efforts.”
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