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The Fight to Save Endangered Marine Species: What’s Working?

Cleaner Seas May 8, 2025

Our oceans are full of life, from tiny plankton to huge whales. This variety of marine life is key to healthy oceans. It affects food chains and helps control the climate. But, many sea creatures are now at risk of disappearing. There are big challenges. Fishing too much is depleting

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The Future of Ocean Cleanup: Technologies Leading the Fight Against Plastic Waste

Cleaner Seas March 9, 2025

Every year, 8 million tonnes of plastic enter our oceans. This creates huge garbage patches that harm marine life and ecosystems. The biggest one, the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, has about 1.8 trillion pieces of plastic. This shows how big the problem of ocean plastic pollution is. Innovative solutions are being developed to remove marine […]

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Marine Ecology News Digest February 2025

Cleaner Seas February 21, 2025

This month, we dive into the latest in ocean science, conservation, and policy changes. You’ll learn about exciting research, new tech, and community efforts shaping our seas’ future. We’re thrilled to share that Dr Dan Smale, a Senior Research Fellow at the Marine Biological Association, has won the 2025 Hutchinson Award. His groundbreaking work on […]

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The Role of Kelp Forests in Marine Ecosystems: Benefits and Conservation

Cleaner Seas February 11, 2025

Let’s explore an underwater metropolis thriving, not with steel and glass, but with towering fronds of seaweed dancing in the ocean currents. This is the world of kelp forests, vibrant ecosystems essential to the health of our planet. Think of them as the emerald cities of the seas, teeming with life and providing invaluable benefits […]

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Symbiotic Relationships in the Ocean: How Species Depend on Each Other

Cleaner Seas February 2, 2025

The world’s oceans harbour not just a mere collection of diverse marine life, but rather an intricate tapestry of interdependence. Symbiotic relationships, where different species rely on each other for survival, play a vital role in maintaining the delicate balance of marine ecosystems. In this exploration, we delve into the fascinating world of these connections

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Marine Ecology News Digest – July 2024: Marine Resilience, Climate Challenges, and Conservation Wins

Alex July 28, 2024

Coral Reefs Show Unexpected Resilience Despite ongoing climate challenges, coral reefs in the Pacific Ocean are demonstrating remarkable resilience. A recent study found that some reefs are adapting to warmer waters by hosting more heat-tolerant algae species, offering a glimmer of hope for these vital ecosystems. However, experts caution that this resilience may be

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Marine Ecology News Digest – June 2024

Cleaner Seas June 28, 2024

June 2024: Ocean Antics, Tech Triumphs, and a Turtle Twist June was a scorcher, even for the ocean, but thankfully, the news wasn’t all doom and gloom. From coral reefs making a comeback to sea turtle detectives on the case, here’s your dose of marine marvels, tech breakthroughs, and a few “huh, who knew?” moments. […]

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Marine Ecology News Digest – May 2024

Cleaner Seas May 28, 2024

May 2024: Deep-Sea Surprises, Plastic Problems, and Penguin Predicaments May was a month of unexpected discoveries, environmental wake-up calls, and some seriously cute penguin news. From the depths of the ocean to the icy shores of Antarctica, here’s a roundup of the most fascinating marine stories that made waves this month. The Deep-Sea Dance Party: […]

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Marine Ecology News Digest – April 2024

Cleaner Seas April 22, 2024

Global Concern Coral Crisis is a Climate Crisis The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) warns that coral reefs are facing unprecedented stress due to rising ocean temperatures. This global coral bleaching event could be the largest on record. (Source: WWF website) Conservation Efforts A significant conservation victory establishes vast new marine protected areas in the Antarctic,

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Antifouling Technologies and Biofouling Control

Cleaner Seas November 24, 2023

The world’s oceans, teeming with life and mysteries, are also a battleground where maritime industries grapple with an age-old adversary: fouling. As ships and marine structures navigate through the vast blue expanse, they face the relentless growth of marine organisms on their surfaces. This article explores the world of antifouling technologies and biofouling