Institut Marin Borneo is supported by research facilities and infrastructure for aquaculture and marine science, providing capabilities for laboratory-based research, experimental studies, fieldwork, education and training.

Our facilities support research across the Aquaculture Research Centre and Oceanography Research Centre, from controlled hatchery and laboratory studies to marine field surveys and ocean observations.

Hatcheries

IMB's aquaculture facilities support research across different stages of aquatic production, from broodstock management and breeding to larval rearing and grow-out studies.

Fish Hatchery

Facilities for research on broodstock, reproduction, larval rearing, live-feed production and experimental aquaculture systems.

Crustacean Hatchery

Facilities supporting research on crustacean breeding, larval production and culture systems.

Aquaculture Incubator

A facility supporting aquaculture research, innovation, training and the application of research-based technologies.

Laboratories

IMB's specialised laboratories support experimental, analytical and interdisciplinary research across aquaculture and marine science.

Laboratory facilities include:

• Microbiology & Pathology Laboratory

• Nutrition Laboratory

• Biotechnology Laboratory

• Live Culture Laboratory

• Physical Oceanography Laboratory

• Chemical Oceanography Laboratory

• Biological Oceanography Laboratory

• Tropical Ecosystem Laboratory

• Wet Laboratory

• Special Instruments Laboratory

Reference Collection

IMB maintains research reference collections that support studies of marine biodiversity, taxonomy and related fields.

The collections provide research and educational resources for the documentation, identification and study of marine organisms and contribute to knowledge of the biodiversity of Sabah and the wider region.

Aquarium & Marine Museum

The Aquarium & Marine Museum provides facilities for marine biodiversity education, research and public engagement.

Its aquarium displays and museum collections introduce visitors to marine organisms and ecosystems, while supporting education and awareness of the diversity and importance of marine life.

Boathouse & Marine Operations

IMB's Boathouse and Jetty support marine field research, ocean observations, scientific diving and training activities.

The facility provides access to research vessels and small craft, SCUBA diving facilities, boat berthing and supporting infrastructure for field operations in coastal and offshore environments.