CENTER OF MARINE BIOTECHNOLOGY
Madilyn M. Fletcher, Ph.D., Director

Columbus Center
701 East Pratt St., Suite 236
Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 234-8800

The Center of Marine Biotechnology is devoted
to the application of molecular biology and molecular
genetics to marine organisms. Established in 1985,
the Center studies the molecular biology and molecu-
lar genetics of aquaculture and fisheries biotechnol-
ogy, marine microbial products and processes, and
marine pollution and bioremediation. Center research
then is applied to improve methods of seafood pro-
duction, develop new marine-based compounds and
pharmaceuticals, develop new medical diagnostic test
methods, and implement novel techniques for envi-
ronmental cleanup and biofilm prevention.
In 1993, the Center opened the Aquaculture
Research Center at Fells Point in collaboration with
the Columbus Center and the National Aquarium
in Baltimore. In 1995, the Center of Marine
Biotechnology moved to the Columbus Center.

CENTER FOR PUBLIC ISSUES
IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
Raymond Zilmskas, Ph.D., Director

4321 Hartwick Road, Suite 500
College Park, MD 20740 (301) 403-0501

Established in 1988, the Center for Public Issues
in Biotechnology advances research in the ethical
and legal issues of biotechnology.

MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY CENTER
Edmund C. Tramont, M.D., F A.C.P., Director

618 West Lombard St.
Baltimore, MD 21201 (410)706-8181

Established in 1986, the Medical Biotechnology
Center studies health-related aspects of molecuair
biology and biotechnology at the basic and clinical
levels. The Center applies this research to four
areas: human molecular biology, including vaccine
therapy, gene therapy, antisense therapy, cellular
and traditional vaccines; biosensing, bioimaging,
and bioprocessing; molecular neurobiology; and
molecular genetics and the processes of cellular
differentiation, aging, and carcinogenesis.

MARYLAND SEA GRANT COLLEGE
Christopher F. D'Elia, Ph.D., Director

0112 Skinner Building
University of Maryland College Park
College Park, MD 20742 (301) 405-6371

In 1977, the University of Maryland was se-
lected as the site of a sea grant program by the
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra-

tion. In recognition of the program's accomplish-
ments in estuarine research and public education,
the Administration designated the program a na-
tional sea grant college in 1982.
The Maryland Sea Grant College focuses its
research and education efforts on the Chesapeake
Bay, with particular emphasis on important com-
mercial fisheries. Located at the University of Mary-
land College Park, the College sponsors projects
throughout the University System as well as at other
agencies and educational institutions.

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
MEDICAL SYSTEM

Morton I. Rapoport, M.D., President
& Chief Executive Officer

22 South Greene St. (410) 328-3322
Baltimore, MD 21201 fax: (410) 328-8664

BUDGET (CODE 36.17.00.01)
FY1994 FY1995 FY1996

Funds (aLtual) (actual) (approp )

General $1,023,917 $ 680,000 $ 340,000
Special $2,350,000 $2,900,000 $2,900,000
Total Funds $3,373,917 $3,580,000 $3,240,000

Staff

Authorized . 3,312
Contractual (FTE) 152
Total Staff 3,464

HISTORICAL EVOLUTION

University of Maryland Medical System, 1984—

Baltimore Infirmary, 1823-97
University of Maryland Hospital, 1897-1984
University of Maryland Medical System,
University of Maryland Hospital, 1984—

Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services
Systems, Shock Trauma Unit, 1961 84
University of Maryland Medical System, Maryland
Institute for Emergency Medical Services
Systems, Shock Trauma Center, 1984-88
University of Maryland Medical System,
Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical
Services Systems, R Adams Cowley Shock
Trauma Center, 1988-93
University of Maryland Medical System, R
Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, 1993—

University of Maryland Cancer Center, 1981-84
University of Maryland Medical System, University
of Maryland Cancer Center, 1984—

Hospital for Crippled & Deformed Children,
1895-1916
James Lawrence Kernan Hospital, Inc., 1916-86
University of Maryland Medical System, James
Lawrence Kernan Hospital, Inc., 1986—