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🌊 Are you curious about the pressing questions facing marine conservation today? Check out a few of the most crucial issues in marine biology and ecosystem management - 🔬 Scientists from various backgrounds came together, creating a roadmap with 71 key questions that could greatly enhance our ability to conserve and manage marine resources worldwide. The questions cover a range of topics like fisheries, climate change, anthropogenic threats, ecosystems, policy, societal considerations, and more. 🌍 Dive into this comprehensive list that not only sheds light on the challenges in marine conservation but also serves as a valuable guide for researchers, policymakers, and funders to drive impactful programs in marine conservation. 🦞 Let's join the conversation and explore these critical questions that shape the future of our oceans! https://lnkd.in/dD73qiZs

📣 ❗ Paper alert!! Our work entitled "Fish and tips: Historical and projected changes in commercial fish species' habitat suitability in the Southern Hemisphere" is out! Institut de Ciències del Mar - CSIC de Ciències del Mar-CSIC

In a new Latitude blog post, we highlight the breadth of research recently published in PLOS Climate that addresses key questions at the nexus of climate change and ecology. https://lnkd.in/ezrVVpG3

🌊 5th Assembly of Marine Sciences of Galicia     Last Friday, FOL participated in the 5th Assembly of Marine Sciences of Galicia. 🔍 Haritz Ayarza Molinero, researcher at Future Oceans Lab, presented the study: "Fishing into the Future: Vulnerability to Climate Change in Galicia's Small-Scale Fisheries." The research highlights that climate risk in small-scale fisheries depends on the target species, the diversity of catches, and, above all, social factors. Species with low mobility or sessile species are particularly susceptible to climate change impacts, presenting urgent challenges for artisanal fisheries in Galicia. 🎣 Understanding these vulnerabilities is key to protecting fishing communities and fostering a sustainable future for the oceans. At FOL, we remain committed to advancing marine sustainability and supporting the resilience of the artisanal fishing sector in Galicia. 🌎    #MarineScience #ClimateChange #SmallScaleFisheries #Sustainability #Galicia #Research #CIMUVIGO #FutureOceansLab 

We just published a new paper combining ecological risk assessment and hydrodynamic modeling for the 2023 Lahaina wildfire, and how specific ash-laden contaminants would pollute both nearby and distant (>25km away) marine habitats. This Risk Quotient Plume model will indicate where ecological resources are being threatened, as well as what geographical areas are at potential risk and should be further investigated to determine contaminant loads in recreational and subsistence fisheries. The paper is Open Access. This article includes researchers from U.S. NOAA, universities in Iran, Hainan University in China, McMaster Univ in Canada, and U.S. conservation and science NGOs. Environmental science without borders!

💡 Did you know that 71 key questions have been identified to significantly enhance our ability to conserve and manage marine resources worldwide? 🔎 From exploring the impact of recreational fishing on marine ecosystems to addressing climate change implications for small island nations, these questions challenge our understanding of marine conservation. 🐟 Ever wondered about the effects of climate change on ocean productivity and biodiversity, or how marine organisms can adapt to changing oceanographic conditions? 🌏 Join the conversation on how marine citizenship, policy development, societal and cultural considerations, and scientific enterprise play critical roles in shaping the future of our oceans. https://lnkd.in/dD73qiZs

🦈 Dive into the depths of marine conservation with a recent article on reef shark abundance in marine protected areas with effective fisheries management. The survey reveals a significant twofold increase in reef shark numbers, but the same benefits are not seen for wide-ranging sharks or rays lurking in the reefs. 🌊 The ecological effectiveness of offshore structures like oil and gas installations and offshore windfarms is under the spotlight in the latest research. These artificial constructions might play a vital role in enhancing marine ecosystems, shedding light on new possibilities for meeting conservation goals. 🔍 A groundbreaking study explores the structure of dinoflagellate photosystem I, offering insights into the evolution of these essential organisms and their symbiotic relationships with cnidarians like corals. The structural characterization using cryo-Electron Microscopy unveils novel subunits and interactions critical for these organisms' survival. 🌱 Discover the significance of coral reef restoration in supporting the recovery of ecological attributes crucial for maintaining the health and resilience of these vital ecosystems. As climate change threatens coral reefs globally, restoration emerges as a key tool alongside emissions reductions to combat the decline of these irreplaceable habitats. 🐳 Explore the impact of marine vessel speed reduction on mitigating noise pollution and safeguarding marine mammal populations, as highlighted in a recent article. Slowing down vessels emerges as a promising strategy to protect these majestic creatures from the adverse effects of human activities. https://lnkd.in/gBPr225E

The UN Ocean Decade just released a report titled "An Ocean of Life" that features global success stories within ocean science and marine biodiversity. At Pisces RPM, we believe ocean storytelling is at the core of communicating a project's impact. By sharing these stories, we can raise awareness about the challenges the oceans face, inspire action, and celebrate the important ocean work that others are doing. #OceanDecade #oceanstorytelling #sciencecommunication https://lnkd.in/gmnaR42g

In a new paper, scientists from High Seas Alliance member organizations including Conservation International detail how the new High Seas Treaty can help protect marine species within the warming waters of a changing ocean. There are 3 crucial steps: Collaborate. Coordinate. Share and build capacity. Step 1: Collaborate with fisheries management and other high seas organizations to conserve moving species. Step 2: Coordinate strategic plans for conservation networks across the high seas and national jurisdictions.   Step 3: Share and build scientific capacity across jurisdictions for modeling ocean ecosystem dynamics and movements of species in response to climate change. Each of the three steps, the authors suggest, will help answer critical questions about how to demarcate MPAs for species that may soon shift outside of their current ranges, including those species that migrate vast distances across the ocean. LEARN MORE: https://lnkd.in/esPvSNaj BirdLife International Oceans North Blue Nature Alliance UC Santa Barbara Fisheries and Oceans Canada / Pêches et Océans Canada Dalhousie University Environment and Climate Change Canada Havs- och vattenmyndigheten Bundesamt für Naturschutz

Scientists continue to sound the alarm for sharks and rays based on their extensive research. This new study finds overfishing has halved shark and ray populations since 1970. The study also highlights that the overfishing of the largest species in nearshore and pelagic habitats could eliminate up to 22 per cent of ecological functions. https://lnkd.in/ep_-RTBF