The National Institute of Oceanography (NIO), ( ur, ), is a department of the
Government of Pakistan
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and a major research institute of
Ministry of Science and Technology (Pakistan). The NIO is a science and research executive organization located in
Karachi
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,
Sindh
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,
Pakistan
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. The NIO' research and studies are funded by the Federal Government of Pakistan while the facilities are provided by the
Sindh Government
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.
History
NIO was established in 1981 through a Government Resolution to conduct multidisciplinary research in
oceanography
Oceanography (), also known as oceanology and ocean science, is the scientific study of the oceans. It is an Earth science, which covers a wide range of topics, including ecosystem dynamics; ocean currents, waves, and geophysical fluid dynami ...
in the coastal and offshore areas of Pakistan (EEZ 24,000 km²).
The institute has 30 qualified marine scientists working on ocean biology/productivity, marine chemistry and environment, physical oceanography/coastal hydraulics, marine geology and geophysics.
See also
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Pakistan Antarctic Programme
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Pakistan Meteorological Department
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) ( ur, , also known as Pakistan Met Office), is an autonomous and independent institution tasked with providing weather forecasts and public warnings concerning weather for protection, safety and gener ...
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Jinnah Antarctic Station
The Jinnah Antarctic Station is an Antarctic research station operated by the Pakistan Antarctic Programme. Located in East Antarctica, it lies in the vicinity of the Sør Rondane Mountains in Queen Maud Land, and is named after Muhammad Al ...
References
External links
NIO official websiteMinistry of Science and Technology
Oceanographic organizations
Science and technology in Pakistan
Pakistan Antarctic Programme
Pakistan federal departments and agencies
Research institutes in Pakistan
1981 establishments in Pakistan
Government agencies established in 1981
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