Marine Reference Collection & Resource Centre

The Marine Reference Collection & Resource Centre (MRCC) at the University of Karachi maintains a repository and reference collection of marine life, supporting taxonomic research and serving as a resource for students, researchers and institutions studying marine biodiversity.

Marine Specimen Collection & Curation
Taxonomic Reference Research
Marine Biodiversity Documentation
Support for Marine Researchers

About the Centre

Director: Office of the Director
Maintains the University's marine reference and specimen collection
Email: mrcc@uok.edu.pk

Facilities

Specimen storage and curation facilities, a reference collection of marine species, and laboratory space for taxonomic identification and research.

Career Opportunities

01Museum and collections management roles.
02Marine research and fisheries organizations.
03Academic and taxonomic research positions.

Contact & Leadership

Director: Office of the Director
Institute: Marine Reference Collection & Resource Centre, University of Karachi
Email: mrcc@uok.edu.pk
General enquiries: Contact the University

A Reference Point for Marine Research

MRCC's reference collection supports researchers across Pakistan in identifying and documenting marine species, underpinning long-term marine biodiversity research.