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The increasing global demand for potable water has led to a growing reliance on desalination technologies. However, these processes produce hypersaline brine as a byproduct, which is typically dischar
Global aquaculture production has increased by 500% since 1980 (Jiang et al., 2022a) and is projected to reach 230 million tons by 2030 (Yuan et al., 2019). Plastic products (e.g., …
Mangrove tree species are uniquely adapted to tropical and subtropical coasts, forming a highly productive ecosystem that plays significant ecological and socioeconomic roles (Kaiser et al., 2011). Gl
Microbial communities are central to biogeochemical cycling in marine environments, driving the transformation and recycling of essential elements such as carbon, nitrogen and sulfur. These microorgan
The dynamics of ichthyoplankton populations represent not only a fundamental ecological question in the study of fish resources but also a valuable strategic tool for fisheries management (Govoni, 200
Two consecutive extreme storms, “Daniel” (4–8 September 2023) and “Elias” (25–28 September 2023), struck the region of Thessaly resulting in flash floods, with Pagasitikos gulf being the main recipien
Marine sediments are Earth’s largest habitats for microbes to flourish and are particularly important sites for biogeochemical cycles, such as the carbon and nitrogen cycles (Beman et al., 2012, Besau
Microplastics (MPs) and ocean warming present a dual threat to marine phytoplankton, with significant but not fully understood effects. This study assessed how projected MP pollution and rising water
All Starship vehicle and Super Heavy booster debris landed within the designated hazard areas. There are no reports of public injury or damage to public property. The mishap investigation is …
Plastics are arguably revolutionary materials that have been a main “driver of economic growth and synthetic modernity” (Kumar et al., 2021). Their chemical diversity and versatility of properties mak
The arrival, establishment and spread of invasive species to new habitats can have irreversible impacts on native species and ecosystems, and may also negatively affect the economy and public health …
Eukaryotic microorganisms (hereafter referred to as microeukaryotes) play a crucial role in marine ecosystems, acting as essential contributors to phytoplankton-driven primary production (Massana, 201
The Yangtze River Estuary, is situated in the eastern part of Eurasia under a subtropical monsoon climate(Kindong et al., 2020; Kindong et al., 2021). Due to the nutrient-rich outflow of …
Indicator species are organisms whose presence, absence, or abundance reflects specific environmental conditions, making them valuable proxies for monitoring ecosystem health and detecting ecological
This ICCT report explores the untapped potential of Brazilian ports in becoming key hubs for renewable marine fuel bunkering. With a focus on renewable hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol, the study …
Plastics are a type of synthetically produced organic polymer that has gained widespread global popularity due to their exceptional characteristics, including durability, adaptability, bio-inertness,
The proposed Anthropocene indicates the time that the Earth may have entered a new geological era, in which human influence is impacting the environment worldwide (Lewis and Maslin, 2015). Human …
Microplastics (MPs) are pervasive pollutants found in oceans, rivers, and other ecosystems worldwide due to their resistance to degradation, lightweight nature, small particle size, and long-term stab
The impact of climate change, in particular ocean warming, on fisheries and the associated marine ecosystems has become an emerging issue in global fisheries research (Barange et al., 2014; McKenzie …
Pollutants may enter the ocean in several ways, including river inputs, direct sewage discharge, mariculture pollution, and air-sea exchange. Research conducted over more than 30 years has demonstrate
