Discover the many ways we support and promote biodiversity exploration and research on Nantucket
AbouT NBI
Learn more about the Nantucket Biodiversity Initiative including our mission, objectives, and collaborating non-profit organizations, academic institutions, government agencies, businesses and individual members.
small research grants program
Looking to initiate research or expand your existing research on Nantucket? Apply for a small research grant. Check out our Request For Proposals, explore past grantees and learn about the results of previously funded research projects.
NBI 20th Anniversary
We are excited to share that NBI is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year! To mark the occasion, we are planning a week of events (October 1-6, 2024) to honor our past, further our current mission, and present plans for our future.
invasive plant species committee
The IPSC, a standing committee of NBI, collaborates in actively pursuing non-native invasive plant species identification, documentation, research, education, and removal.
aquatic threats
The Nantucket Aquatic Threats Committee (NAT's) is a sub-committee of NBI which seeks to document and/or manage exotic invasive and threatening species found in the aquatic environments of Nantucket, Tuckernuck, Muskeget and surrounding waters.
research conference
The NBI Research Conference is offered in alternating odd years and brings together researchers and naturalists working on Nantucket, Tuckernuck, Muskeget and surrounding waters. The conference is open to the public and includes walks and workshops highlighting research on Nantucket.
support us
Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to support the Nantucket Biodiversity Initiative's Small Research Grants Program. Any amount that you can give is greatly appreciated.