News tagged with: marine-conservation
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![A three-year project, led by the ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ, will investigate the movement of common dolphins throughout the year and assess how much noise they are exposed to from passing vessels 2.25 MB A three-year project, led by the University of Plymout]()
Project investigates how ship noise is affecting dolphins and porpoises
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: Researchers from the University are launching a major new study to understand how underwater noise from ships could be impacting common dolphins and harbour porpoises in the English Channel
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Project provides new insights on breeding habits and behaviours of vulnerable marine species
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: A new project led by our Centre for Marine Biology and Conservation Science (CMACS) aims to shed light on two of the country’s least understood and vulnerable marine species – tope sharks and undulate rays
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![Vampire crabs (Geosesarma species) are small, semi-terrestrial tropical crabs native to Southeast Asia. These Red Devil Vampire Crabs (Geosesarma hagen) are the subject of ongoing research at the ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ to establish their behaviours]()
Scientists provide first assessment of online global trade in brachyuran land crabs
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: Research led by the University aims to pave the way for informed decisions about the catching, importing and exporting of key species including vampire crabs
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Decline in plankton across North East Atlantic sends stark warning for ocean health
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: A new study led by the University found there were no habitats assessed as being of ‘Good Environmental Status’ in a region stretching along the coasts and ocean from Portugal to Norway
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![Pseudo-nitzschia are a common component of the phytoplankton community along Europe’s Atlantic coast and the North Sea, and a number of species produce the toxins responsible for amnesic shellfish poisoning]()
Study provides detailed assessment of shifts in toxin-producing phytoplankton abundance
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: The University led a study showing how the abundance and distribution of two groups of toxin-producing phytoplankton – Pseudo-nitzschia and Dinophysis – have changed over the last six decades
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Study explores how science can support and enable the High Seas Treaty
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: A new international study involving researchers from the University says there are considerable challenges which could presently hamper the implementation of the High Seas Treaty from a scientific and technological perspective
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Partnership develops real-time marine mammal detection system
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: A new Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) combines expertise in marine conservation, robotics, marine autonomy and sensor technology from the ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ and MSeis
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Releasing pollack at depth could benefit their long-term survival
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: New research led by the University has suggested changing how pollack are released after being caught by recreational anglers could have a marked difference on the fisheries’ long-term sustainability
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Project investigates public attitudes and perceptions towards the decommissioning of marine artificial structures
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: The University is leading the READ-ME initiative, which will use a range of techniques to document attitudes and perceptions in order to generate crucial knowledge to guide sustainable ocean management
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![The common octopus is native to UK waters but is typically rare, favouring warmer seas further south in Europe and the Mediterranean]()
New report reveals scale, causes and consequences of South West octopus bloom
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: Our researchers have contributed to a new report revealing that a dramatic population bloom of the common octopus is having significant effects on fisheries and marine ecosystems
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![An image taken by scientists from the ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ at 60m depth at Egmont Atoll, Indian Ocean, in March 2022 using a drop-camera system. The image shows a healthy colony of the reef-building coral species, Pachyseris speciosa]()
£3.7m project aims to provide unprecedented analysis of mesophotic coral reefs
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: The University is leading a five-year initiative, supported by public investment from the Natural Environment Research Council, will assess the response and resilience of mesophotic coral ecosystems to future climate change
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UK marine heatwave research priorities outlined in new national roadmap
ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ news: Scientists from the University have contributed to new research calling for a coordinated response to the growing environmental threat posed by marine heatwaves
