Since 1878 Stockholm University has been characterised by openness and innovation. 70,000 students, 1,800 doctoral students and 5,000 staff are active within the areas of science. The University contributes to individual and social change through top quality education and outstanding research. Successful marine research and education has been conducted for over five decades. World leading research about the Baltic Sea, as well as high-level science about other marine areas such as the tropical seas and the arctic regions, originates from Stockholm University. The Baltic Sea Centre's mission is to strengthen and illuminate this significant marine activity that involves over ten different Departments at the University. Experts collaborate with a wide network of marine scientists to improve the knowledge about the Baltic Sea and help society handle its marine environmental problems.