Marine Biological Laboratory Swope Center (IMAGE) Marine Biological Laboratory Caption The Marine Biological Laboratory's Swope Center, which includes campus dining halls. A new study by MBL Ecosystems Center scientists examines ways to reduce the nitrogen footprint of smaller institutions, like the MBL, such as modifications of food purchased for dining halls. Credit Marine Biological Laboratory Usage Restrictions please use with credit License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.