[ad_1] Introduction: Marine microbial biogeography is a field of study that investigates the spatial distribution patterns of microorganisms in marine environments. These microorganisms play a crucial role in marine ecosystems, influencing nutrient cycling, productivity, and…
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[ad_1] Introduction The deep-sea environment plays a crucial role in the Earth’s carbon cycle by sequestering vast amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through processes such as carbon burial. Deep-sea carbon burial efficiency refers…
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[ad_1] Introduction Marine biosecurity is essential to protect marine ecosystems from the introduction and spread of harmful non-indigenous species. One key aspect of marine biosecurity is the management of vectors that can facilitate the movement…
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[ad_1] Introduction: Sea ice is a unique ecosystem that harbors diverse microbial communities, playing a crucial role in biogeochemical cycles and influencing global climate. The study of sea ice-associated microbial communities has gained increasing attention…
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[ad_1] Introduction Marine ecosystems play a crucial role in providing various services to humanity, known as ecosystem services. These services include food provision, climate regulation, coastal protection, and cultural and recreational value. Mapping and valuing…
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[ad_1] Introduction Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) is a promising renewable energy technology that utilizes the temperature difference between cold deep ocean water and warm surface water to generate electricity. However, the implementation of OTEC…
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[ad_1] Introduction Coral reefs are diverse and complex marine ecosystems that provide essential services to millions of people worldwide. However, due to various anthropogenic activities such as pollution, overfishing, and climate change, coral reefs are…
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[ad_1] Introduction: Marine megafauna, including large cetaceans, sharks, and sea turtles, play crucial roles in marine ecosystems. However, their interactions with offshore energy installations, such as wind farms, oil platforms, and tidal turbines, have raised…
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[ad_1] Introduction The ocean plays a crucial role in the Earth’s carbon cycle, absorbing vast amounts of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) and helping to regulate the global climate. However, as anthropogenic CO2 emissions continue to…
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[ad_1] Introduction Marine protected areas (MPAs) play a crucial role in conserving marine biodiversity and ecosystems. However, the effectiveness of MPAs in achieving their conservation goals depends on the connectivity between them. Connectivity assessment is…
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