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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

🐟🌊 Pedro Félix (@marescience.bsky.social | #PolytechnicUniversityofSetubal) works to recover declining populations and reduce the footprint of aquaculture and invasive seaweeds. 💬 “Unregulated and illegal fishing is among my greatest concerns.” #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #UNIPS #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

💧 The EU Project #OneAquaHealth found pharmaceuticals in 91% of 100 urban stream sites across 5 European cities. Its Policy Brief, led by @marescience.bsky.social researcher Maria João Feio, treats stream restoration as public health prevention. #ARNET #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

📊🌊 Sónia Barroso (@marescience.bsky.social | #ULO) valorises marine resources for human nutrition, from bioactive compounds to sustainable foods. 💬 “Sustainable exploitation and alternative food sources are key challenges for aquatic ecosystems.” #ARNET #MARE #BlueEconomy #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

🐦 MAC Puffinus #BestLife2030 (@maremadeira.bsky.social | #ARDITI) is identifying patagarro breeding areas, monitoring nests and reducing predator impact across Madeira and La Palma. In Funchal, it nests in the steep valleys linking the mountain and the city. #ARNET #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🐢 Filipe Banha (@marescience.bsky.social | #UEvora) studies invasive species in freshwater ecosystems, from dispersal to management strategies. 💬 "Raising awareness is urgent to change risk behaviours and tackle ongoing invasions." #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #InvasiveSpecies #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

👾⚠️ 231 invasive marine species now confirmed in Portugal, up from the last national count in 2015. 5 new arrivals found near Sines, 22 more flagged by eDNA alone. “A dynamic, cross-border phenomenon,” says Romeu Ribeiro (@marecentre.bsky.social ). #ARNET #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🪸 Ana Pereira (@marescience.bsky.social | #ISPA) studies marine biodiversity, focusing on sea anemones, using genetic and morphological data. 💬 "Lack of knowledge on existing diversity and detection of invasive species are the biggest challenges for aquatic ecosystems." #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🌊 #CIEMAR is the Marine Sciences Laboratory of #UniversityÉvora, based in Sines since 1990. It researches marine ecology, resource conservation and pollution, with @marescience.bsky.social |ARNET researchers as part of the team. #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

🧊🔬 The TOX-IN-COLD project, led by Nélia Mestre (#CIMA #UAlg), uses omics tools to find new biomarkers in cold-adapted species, assessing metal contamination risks in Antarctica and the deep sea.

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

🌊 Juan L. Garzon (#CIMA, #UAlg) studies the behaviour of the ocean and its impact on communities, using numerical models, observations and AI. #ARNET #ClimateChange #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

📝 A new #WindFloatAtlantic report, with @marescience.bsky.social input, found higher fish & octopus abundance inside the fishing exclusion zone. windfloat-atlantic.com/our-commitments/#environment #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

📊🐟 Filipe Ribeiro (@marescience.bsky.social | @cienciasulisboa.bsky.social) studies invasive fish and works on early detection methods in freshwater ecosystems. 💬 "New scientific knowledge urgently needs to reach ecosystem management to enable better habitat recovery." #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

🆕 Study in Biological Invasions: Strait of Hormuz shutdown left 1,500+ ships stranded, accumulating dense biofouling. Co-author João Canning-Clode (MARE-Madeira/ARNET) warns of a global invasive species risk as shipping resumes. doi.org/10.1007/s105... #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

🌊🦠 Celso Alves (@marescience.bsky.social | #PLeiria) explores marine biotech to address societal challenges. 💬 "The loss of biodiversity may limit marine organisms' potential to produce unique bioactive molecules." #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #BlueBiotechnology #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

🔬 Through PT-OPENSCREEN, @cbma-uminho.bsky.social supports cutting-edge research in environmental sustainability, biotechnology, agriculture and health. 🔗 pt-openscreen.pt #ARNET #CBMA #MARE #CIMA #PTOpenScreen #ResearchInfrastructure

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

🔦 It's called TWILIGHTED, coordinated by @maremadeira.bsky.social with @geomarkiel.bsky.social and #NTNU, focused on the mesophotic and twilight zones off Madeira. 🔗https://twilighted.eu/ #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #TWILIGHTED #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

🐟 Susanne Tanner (@marescience.bsky.social | @cienciasulisboa.bsky.social) studies fish connectivity, population structure and life histories using natural markers. 💬 "Climate change and connectivity loss threaten the persistence and resilience of fish populations." #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

🧬🌊 Through #ARNET, @cbma-uminho.bsky.social joins #eDNAqua-Plan to develop FAIR and interoperable digital solutions for aquatic biodiversity monitoring using environmental DNA. #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #eDNA #Biodiversity #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

🌊 Pedro Martins (@cbma-uminho.bsky.social | #UMinho) develops active membranes and nanotechnologies to detect and remove persistent water contaminants. 💬 "PFAS and drugs persist in the environment, resist traditional treatments and threaten ecosystems and human health." #ARNET #MARE #CBMA #CIMA

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

💪🌊 From rivers to the ocean: science for a changing territory. Over two days in Faro, 100+ researchers met for the 2nd ARNET Meeting, joined by public bodies, NGOs and partners, in an open dialogue between science, management and society. #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #PublicPolicy #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

📣 2nd ARNET Meeting, Block 4 - Green Deal, blue economy and ocean conservation. Talks on Atlantic scientific cooperation, deep-sea mining policy, marine spatial planning and the biotechnological potential of algae. 6-7 July, University of Algarve. 🌊 ARNET #ARNETmeeting #MARE #CIMA #CBMA

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

📣 2nd ARNET Meeting, Block 3 "Aquatic biodiversity: from knowledge to conservation".Talks on protected area management, molecular tools for biodiversity monitoring, accessible conservation tools and goose barnacle co-management. 6-7 July, University Algarve. ARNET #ARNETmeeting #MARE #CIMA #CBMA

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

📣 2nd ARNET Meeting, Block 2 - Water management: resources, quality and governance. Talks on water resources in the Algarve, saltwater intrusion, nature-based solutions and river basin management with the Mondego as a case study. 6-7 July, Algarve. 🌊 ARNET #ARNETmeeting #MARE #CIMA #CBMA

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

📣 2nd ARNET Meeting, Block 1: Environmental risks and aquatic ecosystems under pressure. Talks on coastal erosion, plastic pollution and climate adaptation in coastal communities. 6-7 July, University of Algarve. 🌊 ARNET #ARNETmeeting #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

🌊 #ARNET's 2nd Meeting takes place on 6 and 7 July in Faro, University of Algarve. Theme: From Rivers to the Ocean, science for a changing territory. Researchers, public bodies and NGOs come together to discuss water management, biodiversity and the blue economy. #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

🌊🔬 The Sagres Marine Station is located at Porto da Baleeira and supports the #UniversityOfAlgarve teaching, research and outreach activities. #CIMA regularly carries out activities and fieldwork at sea. There, it is possible to analyse plankton and monitor the environment. #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

🌊 Can AI improve wave forecasting? The #DAMAproject (#CIMA/#UAlg) uses machine learning & data assimilation to predict wave conditions up to 72 h ahead along the Iberian Peninsula coast, protecting lives & supporting the blue economy. #ARNET #CIMA #MARE #CBMA #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

🌊 Nélia Mestre (CIMA, UAlg) studies the impact of human activity on the deep sea, focusing on deep-sea mining and innovative environmental assessment. #ARNET #CIMA #UAlg #DeepSea #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

🧬🌊 Through #ARNET, @cbma-uminho.bsky.social joins #eDNAqua-Plan to develop FAIR and interoperable digital solutions for aquatic biodiversity monitoring using environmental DNA. #eDNA #Biodiversity #ARNET4Science #MARE #CIMA #CBMA

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

🌿 Cláudia Carvalho-Santos (@cbma-uminho.bsky.social | UMinho) studies nature-based solutions. 💬 “Investing in them helps reduce environmental degradation.” #ARNET #CBMA #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

🧬 GenomePT is Portugal's national genome sequencing infrastructure, supporting biodiversity monitoring, invasive species detection & evidence-based environmental policies. @cbma-uminho.bsky.social | #ARNET contributes through environmental genomics research. 🔗 genomept.pt

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

🔵 The #ARNETDataHub is live! A collaborative platform centralising climate, ecological and environmental data from aquatic ecosystems, built on #FAIR principles. Official launch: 2nd ARNET Meeting, July 6–7, Faro 🇵🇹 🔗datahub.arnet.pt #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #OpenScience #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

🔬🌊 Paulo Maranhão (@marescience.bsky.social | #PolytechnicofLeiria) investigates biological and ecological processes in coastal and marine systems, focusing on pollution, biodiversity and conservation. 💬 "Ocean literacy is vital to mobilise sustainable policies and behaviours." #ARNET #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

🌊💊 From shampoo to medication: everything we discard can end up in the ocean. 100+ researchers from 11 EU countries are studying emerging contaminants in the Mediterranean, Atlantic & Arctic. @one-blue.eu

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

🌿🌊 João M. Neto (@marescience.bsky.social | #UniversityofCoimbra) studies biological and ecological processes in estuaries and coastal areas. 💬 "We cannot allow the growing need for resources to jeopardise aquatic sustainability due to over-exploitation." #ARNET #MARE #CBMA #CIMA #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

🐟 Cleaner wrasses keep coral reefs healthy by removing parasites from other fish. #ChangingMoods project (@marescience.bsky.social/#ARNET) shows that marine heatwaves alter their brain structure, even after recovery. 💶 FCT🔗mare-centre.pt/en/cleanerwrasses_heathwaves25 #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #LMG

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

🔬🌊 Catarina Mateus (@marescience.bsky.social | #UniversityofEvora) uses molecular tools for fish conservation, fisheries management and habitat restoration. 💬 "Anticipating impacts is a major challenge given the unpredictability of aquatic ecosystems." #ARNET #MARE #CBMA #CIMA #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

🌊 Ocean science doesn't always begin in a laboratory. Maritime workers can collect scientific data through citizen science. A new Policy Brief by @maremadeira.bsky.social proposes a centralised marine monitoring platform for Madeira. #ARNET # MARE #CIMA #CBMA #CitizenScience #PolicyBrief

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

🌿🌊 João N. Franco (@marescience.bsky.social | #PolytechnicofLeiria) studies how kelp forests respond to climate change and develops solutions for their conservation and restoration. 💬 "Climate change compromises the resilience and balance of aquatic ecosystems." #ARNET #MARE #CBMA #CIMA #KelpForest

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

🔎 Led by CIMA/UAlg with @cienciasulisboa.bsky.social and @ipma.bsky.social, project MOBILE develops models to project how barrier islands adapt to sea-level rise and storms, guiding coastal strategy. 🔗 cima.ualg.pt/mobile/ #ARNET #CIMA #UAlg #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

🌊 Susana Costas (CIMA, UAlg) studies sandy coastline evolution and coastal resilience. 💬 “Understanding how beaches and dunes adapt to rising sea levels and sediment loss, while protecting communities, is a vital challenge.” #ARNET #CIMA #UAlg #CoastalResilience #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

🌿 Through #ARNET, @cbma-uminho.bsky.social is developing ARE BEST NbS, integrating ecological, economic and social values in river-based NbS decision-making, using the Ave river basin as a case study. #AREBESTNbS #NatureBasedSolutions #Biodiversity #Sustainability

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

🧪 Fernanda Cássio (CBMA, Univ. Minho) studies the impacts of emerging contaminants — microplastics, nanoparticles, pesticides — in freshwater food webs. 💬 “Stronger policies and public awareness are key to protecting aquatic ecosystems and human health.” #ARNET #CBMA #ZeroPollution #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

🌱 #Emc2Project engages students in conservation actions, planting and supporting propagation of Corema album. 🌍 #ARNET connects science and society to support biodiversity conservation. 💶 FCT (UID/04292/MARE; LA/P/0069/2020) 🔗 www.mare-centre.pt/pt/sociedade... #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

📊🌊 Susana Mendes (@marescience.bsky.social | #PolytechnicofLeiria) applies multivariate statistical methods to support sustainable management of marine and food resources. 💬 “Data-driven decisions are key to ensuring sustainable use and ecosystem resilience.” #ARNET #MARE #CBMA #CIMA #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

🌊 Tackling microplastic pollution requires comparable data across regions. #IMPLAMACProject transfers methodologies, harmonises protocols and strengthens monitoring capacity across Macaronesia. 🌍 #ARNET connects science, society and policy. 💶 INTERREG MAC 🔗 implamac-cap.com #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

🐧 Catarina Frazão Santos (marescience.bsky.social | cienciasulisboa.bsky.social) studies marine spatial planning, ocean governance and climate change, advancing sustainable ocean management. 💬“Ocean planning must be flexible and adaptive to a changing ocean.” #ARNET #MARE #CIMA #CBMA #ARNET4Science

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ARNET – Aquatic Research Network @arnetla.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

🤝Sustainably managing the Óbidos Lagoon requires dialogue between science, communities and authorities. #CaSuLO maps seagrass, studies resource-use interactions and supports a shared strategic plan.🌍#ARNET connects science, society and policy to support better decisions.💶MAR2030 & Caldas da Rainha

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CBMA - Centre of Molecular and Environmental Biology @cbma-uminho.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

💧 20 projects. 1 mission: protect water. At CBMA & IB-S, with @arnetla.bsky.social, we study water from rivers to the ocean 🌊 🔬 Science for a sustainable future cbma.uminho.pt/projects/

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