The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) is a non-profit research organization based in Moss Landing, California, that focuses on oceanography and marine science. Established in 1987 by Dr. David Packard, co-founder of Hewlett-Packard, MBARI's mission is to advance understanding of the ocean through scientific research, technology development, and education. MBARI conducts interdisciplinary research in various areas, including marine biology, oceanography, and underwater technology.