Press office news tagged marine-conservation
Study provides detailed assessment of shifts in toxin-producing phytoplankton abundance
University of Plymouth 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
Study explores how science can support and enable the High Seas Treaty
University of Plymouth 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
Partnership develops real-time marine mammal detection system
University of Plymouth news: A new Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) combines expertise in marine conservation, robotics, marine autonomy and sensor technology from the University of Plymouth and MSeis
Releasing pollack at depth could benefit their long-term survival
University of Plymouth 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
Project investigates public attitudes and perceptions towards the decommissioning of marine artificial structures
University of Plymouth 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
New report reveals scale, causes and consequences of South West octopus bloom
University of Plymouth 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
£3.7m project aims to provide unprecedented analysis of mesophotic coral reefs
University of Plymouth 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
UK marine heatwave research priorities outlined in new national roadmap
University of Plymouth news: Scientists from the University have contributed to new research calling for a coordinated response to the growing environmental threat posed by marine heatwaves
University co-leads $2m project using AI to study vulnerable deep-sea habitats
University of Plymouth news: The University of Plymouth has been awarded funding through the Bezos Earth Fund’s AI for Climate and Nature Grand Challenge for a two-year initiative using AI to accelerate mapping of vulnerable marine ecosystems
Global review identifies opportunities to improve monitoring of juvenile fish habitats
University of Plymouth news: Scientists from the University, working as part of an International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) working group, have called for new research to enhance habitat protection
Student project reveals the underwater world of Falmouth Harbour
University of Plymouth news: For her MSc Marine Conservation project, student Natasha Bamford is using underwater video technology to showcase the diversity of marine life in Falmouth Harbour
University experts help unlock the Secrets of the Sea
University of Plymouth news: Academics from the University have contributed to a new series by the BBC and The Conversation that showcases local marine research with global significance