[ad_1] Introduction Marine ecosystems are facing increasing pressure from human activities, climate change, and other environmental stressors. As a result, there is a growing need for frameworks to assess the resilience of these ecosystems and…
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[ad_1] Introduction Coastal harmful algal blooms (HABs) are a growing concern worldwide, with significant implications for marine ecosystems and human health. These blooms are often associated with the production of toxins, which can be transferred…
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[ad_1] Introduction Marine metagenomic functional analysis is a rapidly growing field within marine microbiology that aims to understand the functional potential of the microbial communities present in marine environments. Metagenomics is the study of genetic…
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[ad_1] Introduction Marine litter, defined as any persistent, manufactured, or processed solid material discarded, disposed of, or abandoned in the marine and coastal environment, has become a major global environmental issue. The accumulation of marine…
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[ad_1] Introduction: Coastal managed retreat is a complex and challenging strategy that involves the deliberate movement of communities away from vulnerable coastlines to reduce the risks associated with coastal hazards such as sea-level rise, storms,…
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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 natural capital accounting is becoming increasingly important in national economies as countries recognize the significant contributions of marine resources to their economies and well-being. This thesis seeks to explore the role of…
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[ad_1] Introduction Kelp forests are one of the most productive and diverse ecosystems found in the world’s oceans. These underwater forests are characterized by dense populations of large brown macroalgae known as kelp, which provide…
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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 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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