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@marecolab.bsky.social

•Marine Ecology Conservation Lab •University of Aveiro •Department of Biology Instagram: marine.ecology.conservation 𓇼 ⋆.˚ 𓆉 𓆝 𓂁 ⋆.˚ 𓇼

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Biodiversity moves fast, but the data pipelines feeding environmental policy often struggle to keep pace. ⏳

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Celebrate World Biodiversity Day with us! 🌍 The Portuguese Data Stewards Network invites you to an online session highlighting the importance of data management and curation in preserving our scientific and natural heritage.

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Yesterday we launched the AURORA Shiny App 🚀 👀

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Is your biodiversity data "sleeping" in spreadsheets? 😴 📊 Learn how to convert raw biodiversity data into Darwin Core Archives for sharing in global repositories. Choose your session: April 27 | 09:30 AM (WEST) May 20 | 05:00 PM (WEST) 🔗 Register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/7HFHwMWaJR

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Call for Papers: Marine Ecology Research Topic This Research Topic was developed by a team of four researchers, including two from our lab: Sofia Ramalho and Neus Campanyà-Llovet. Deadlines: Summary: 30th June 2026 Manuscript: 30th September 2026. Link: www.frontiersin.org/research-top...

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Letícia Brito, PhD student in Biology, joined a field trip in Aveiro to study water hyacinths 💧. The team observed their presence from the freshwater of Pateira de Fermentelos to the brackish waters of Ria de Aveiro and noted their strong post-summer growth 🌱💚. #cesam #ua #science #aveiro #biology

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Letícia Brito, a PhD student in Biology, attended the 17th International Symposium on Aquatic Plants in Lisbon 🇵🇹. She joined the ERC Macrophyte Group, expanded her professional network 🌍🤝, and reconnected with professors from Brazil and potential future collaborators 📚✨. #cesam #aquaticplants #ua

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Challenges and Opportunities in the Study of the Deep Ocean On October 3rd, Ana Hilário, a researcher at CESAM, University of Aveiro, took part in the SOA Aveiro Journey and presented the topic “Challenges and Opportunities in the Study of the Deep Ocean.”🐙🌊✨

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Our PhD student joined the One Ocean Expedition , sailing 22 days from Azores 🇵🇹 to Greenland 🇬🇱 aboard the Statsraad Lehmkuhl. Between science , sailing, and steering the helm,and even climbing the rigging, it was a unique chance to rethink how we engage with the ocean . UT Austin Portugal Program

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Between September 15-19, our PhD student Laura Trovão attended the MAF-WORLD COST Training School in Genova, learning to value and restore marine ecosystems using ecological and economic tools, exploring coral conservation, and diving in the Portofino MPA. 🌊🪸💙

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

During European Researchers’ Night 2025, our lab team brought deep-sea science to Fábrica da Ciência Viva, Aveiro; Torreira & Armamar, with games and talks that inspired curiosity, promoted inclusion, and highlighted the value of ocean research.🌊🔬🌍

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

At the University of Aveiro’s Research Summit 2025, PhD student Laura Trovão presented “Valuation of Deep-Sea Ecosystem Services – an Overview,” earning the Best Communication Award for originality, clarity, and impact, boosting international recognition.🔬🌍

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Marine Ecology Conservation @marecolab.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

In June 2025, our student Ana Carolina Lopes (University of Aveiro) boarded the research vessel RV Pelagia for the TwinDeeps Expedition 🚢. For 2 weeks, the team sailed from Las Palmas to Leixões, exploring the depths of the Gorringe Bank A huge thank you to CIIMAR, IMR, and NIOZ ! ✨

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