Marine Science Institute | 5,431 followers on LinkedIn. MSI teaches students about the marine environment by providing an unforgettable hands-on experience with the SF Bay. | Welcome to the Marine Science Institute's LinkedIn page! Since our establishment in 1970, the Marine Science Institute has been at the forefront of environmental education in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our mission is rooted in the belief that hands-on experience in the local marine environment fosters curiosity, deepens scientific understanding, & instills a sense of responsibility for environmental stewardship among students of all ages.