UMCES, the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, is a renowned research institution dedicated to the management of Maryland's natural resources and the protection of the Chesapeake Bay. With a network of laboratories across the state, UMCES provides invaluable scientific advice to state and national leaders, informing public policy and driving the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay. Their comprehensive scientific program encompasses research, education, and public service, aiming to improve and preserve Maryland's physical environment through predictive ecology.

UMCES works in diverse settings, from the Appalachian Mountains to the Arctic, addressing critical issues such as fisheries management and climate change. Their esteemed faculty trains the next generation of environmental leaders, who go on to make a significant impact in the public and private sectors, research, and environmental advocacy. UMCES operates research facilities including the Appalachian Laboratory, Chesapeake Biological Laboratory, Horn Point Laboratory, and the Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology.

Their Integration and Application Network assesses ecosystem health globally and produces the annual Chesapeake Bay Report Card. They also administer the Maryland Sea Grant College. As a prominent entity within the University System of Maryland, UMCES continues to lead the way in environmental science and foster a sustainable future