Forty percent of the global population dwell within 100 km of the coastline. In the EU nearly half of the population live less than 50 km from the sea – these populations are continuously growing, but the ecosystems supporting them are not. In fact, coastal and marine ecosystems have experienced a barrage of negative impacts, precipitating catastrophic declines in marine species abundance and diversity, and degradation of the habitats supporting them. In addition to current goods and services coastal habitats provide, they will play key future roles for food and water security, clean energy production and climate change mitigation, including blue carbon balance. This conflict between increasing anthropogenic pressures, but concurrent societal dependence, has shifted our collective focus from one centered on use and economic exploitation to a viewpoint recognizing the critical link between societal wellbeing and sustainable ocean conservation and management. Through seven work packages, our seventeen partner institutions will synthesize multiple streams of research into a workflow that develops and refines new DNA-based monitoring technologies, integrates diverse types of data from emerging sources, and visualizes and communicates the data in a cutting-edge dashboard to facilitate its integration into policy and planning. Along the way, the project will open itself up for authentic engagement with the broader public through stakeholder communication and citizen science.
External link for DiverSea
DiverSea reposted this
‼️The AYO is excited to continue its “Why Care?” webinar series with a second online event, this time on biodiversity loss in the Arctic Ocean. ❄️🌊 The question of why biodiversity loss in the Arctic Ocean matters will be discussed by a great panel representing Arctic Indigenous youth, locals and research. 🦐🪼🦭 Register now for the 11th of September 4 pm (GMT) via the following link ‼️ https://lnkd.in/g8yCr-FZ
Something to reflect on. Biodiversity Matters, more than most can imagine. #dyk #biodiversity #funding #research Our project "DiverSea - Integrated Observation, Mapping, Monitoring and Prediction for Functional Biodiversity of Coastal Seas" is developing novel marine observation and monitoring technology, linked to an interactive platform to make new forms of data available for evidence-based decision-making. #functionalbiodiversity #ocean #monitoring #egs #EcosystemService Fortunately, the DiverSea project (Grant Agreement No 101082004) was funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe Programme. #funding #HorizonEU #partnership #sdg14 #sdg17 #gratitude The DiverSea´s consortium is led by Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and is composed of 19 partners from 13 countries. Check out our website https://lnkd.in/d4sUFYEM & subscribe for news https://lnkd.in/dZynCrMp Disclaimer: Views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Research Executive Agency (REA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
🔍 New research reveals a troubling gap in conservation funding. Researchers have published a vital examination of funding across 14,566 conservation projects spanning a 25-year period – which shows how biased conservation funding is failing to effectively protect biodiversity. The study found that most conservation funding goes to a narrow set of well-known species – often not the ones most at risk. These large, charismatic species receive a disproportionate share, while entire groups – like amphibians, insects, fungi, and plants – remain critically underfunded. This isn’t to say that iconic species should receive less funding. Of course, all conservation efforts are valuable and needed, but the research is clear: as the world enters its sixth mass extinction period, we need to address the lack of funding for the most neglected species. To reverse biodiversity loss, we need to shift support toward the overlooked, yet highly threatened, species that play vital roles in ecosystems. Conservation funding needs to step up. And more holistic distribution of that funding is urgently needed. Reference: Guénard, B., Hughes, A. C., Lainé, C., Cannicci, S., Russell, B. D., & Williams, G. A. (2025). "Limited and biased global conservation funding means most threatened species remain unsupported." PNAS, 122(9), e2412479122. Big thanks to researchers from The University of Hong Kong - Benoit Guénard, Alice Hughes, Claudianne Laine, Ph.D, Stefano Cannicci, Bayden Russell & Gray Williams. And to Sam Inglis MSc for helping to share this important work! #Research #ConservationFunding #Biodiversity
PRESS RELEASE #Expedition Sailing4Science DiverSea visits #Ålesund (26-28 August)🌊🌍 We are a diverse team of marine scientists, sailors, students and citizen scientists, brought together through the Sailing4Science (S4S) concept and the EU project DiverSea, and will be visiting Ålesund on 26-27 August. The project's goal is to monitor marine biodiversity and find out why biological diversity in the sea is in decline — what we call impacts and stress factors, such as pollution. Exhibition and ‘Open Boat and Tent’ at the quay in the city centre (27 August) After wonderful days in Stavanger and Bergen with many visitors in boats and tents, we hope to offer the residents of Ålesund and visitors the same experience at the quay during our stop. Research expedition DiverSea – from Smøgen in Sweden up to Trondheim. We display what we have with us in our own tent, and the public can view information material and examples of research equipment and results. We love talking to people on the quay and see this as a great opportunity to offer the residents of Ålesund and visitors a fun activity with a focus on the sea. We adapt our presentations for both children and adults, in several languages. Tuesday, 26 August Arrival in Ålesund in the evening Wednesday, 27 August Open Tent&Boat on the quay in the city centre Thursday, 28 August Departure from Ålesund in the morning Press Release is available in Norwegian. 👉 Follow the team’s real-time updates on social media: Sailing 4 Science: https://lnkd.in/da7uCCqW Hrimfare: https://lnkd.in/dXfcfV3b Photo credits: Bjorn Bertoft (Sailing4Science) Discover more photos here: https://lnkd.in/dJy88_QH Murat V. Ardelan & Glaucia Fragoso (Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)) Martin Hassellöv (UGOT) #MarineScience #ScienceAtSea #Oceans #Biodiversity #HorizonEU #CitizenScience #Norway #Alesund #CapacityBuilding #plankton #Community #Consilience
🔬Science meets exploration in Norway’s Majestic Fjords 🌍 As the 2025 DiverSea / Sailing4Science Expedition approaches its conclusion, our journey through the stunning Norwegian fjords continues to inspire awe. 🚢 Today, the Hrimfare vessel sailed past Standa and Raubergvika Ports, adding to an incredible route that has already included visits to Kristiansand, Stavanger, and Bergen. These locations provide not only stunning views but also valuable insights for our ongoing studies of marine biodiversity and ecosystems. 📸 We’re excited to share a few more moments from the expedition. 👉 Discover more photos here: https://lnkd.in/dJy88_QH 👉 Follow the team’s real-time updates on social media: Sailing 4 Science: https://lnkd.in/da7uCCqW Hrimfare: https://lnkd.in/dXfcfV3b Photo credits: Bjorn Bertoft Murat V. Ardelan & Glaucia Fragoso| Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Martin Hassellöv (UGOT) #MarineScience #ScienceAtSea #Oceans #Biodiversity #HorizonEU #sampling #plankton
DiverSea reposted this
Join us on 29 Aug for the SCB #Marine Webinar Series Launch: Whether you're just beginning or looking to scale your impact, this session will offer inspiration, guidance, and practical tools from global leaders shaping the future of our #oceans. Register now: https://lnkd.in/ekCT8pzc #conservation #scienceandenvironment #conservationcareers #careerwebinar #biodiversity #marinescience #marinebiologist
From wild mountains along the fjords to wonderful connections with communities along the way, the DiverSea expedition from Smögen to Trondheim continues. The teams is using advanced tech to track changes in #MarineBiodiversity. The goal is to advance ocean science and inform policymakers’ planning and decision making. And along the way, they are sharing the excitement, wonder, and importance of #OceanScience with everyone they meet! Photos here from data collection below Preikestolen and the Children's Sea Festival on Lindøy. Get real-time updates from the team on their social media: Sailing 4 Science: https://lnkd.in/da7uCCqW Hrimfare: https://lnkd.in/dXfcfV3b #MarineScience #ScienceAtSea #Oceans #Biodiversity
Great coverage of the DiverSea expedition from Smögen to Trondheim on Sveriges Radio 🙌 Martin Hassellöv | Hrimfare | Sailing 4 Science https://lnkd.in/duP-w_73
DiverSea reposted this
🚨 Open Call Alert! 🚨 🌊 The Second Call for Proposals of #PartArt4OW is NOW OPEN! Are you an artist, scientist, creative, or community leader passionate about oceans and water basins? We're looking for innovative, participatory projects that bridge art, science & society to address water-related challenges. 🧩 Awarded projects will receive: ✔️ Funding ✔️ Mentorship & training ✔️ Networking & dissemination support 📅 Apply by the 2nd of October 2025! 🔗 Details & application: https://lnkd.in/eE3jrUtp Let’s co-create the future of water through creativity, collaboration & citizen participation. Dive in! 🌍💧 🔗 Follow us for updates and get ready to apply. 📬 Subscribe to our e-mailing list to get the latest updates: https://lnkd.in/dtY_wzhH 🌐 Explore the PartArt4OW ecosystem: https://lnkd.in/gVY9r2ij 📝 Submit your initiative, cultural product, or organisation through this form: https://lnkd.in/gPGgaWgN 🌊✨ Work at the crossroads of science and art for water protection? Share your views in this short survey to help us strengthen collaborations across Europe: 👉 https://lnkd.in/dicAexrS Follow us for updates! 💙 T6 Ecosystems CMMI - Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute Sapienza Università di Roma Fundación Épica La Fura dels Baus Regenera Network Mission Ocean UN Ocean Decade European Commission #PartArt4OWOpenCall #OpenCall #TidalArts #LivingWithTheSea #ArtForOcean #CreativeClimateAction #WaterProtection #EcoArt #CitizenScience #Artscience #BlueEurope #EcoFeminism #OceanStories #MarineSocialScience #SustainabilityThroughArt #OceanAction #CreateWaves #MissionOcean #CreativeSolutions #SustainableFutures #ArtMeetsScience #OceanInnovation #PartArt4OW #ParticipatoryArt
DiverSea reposted this
⚓️ These days the Sailing4Science DiverSea crew sampled in waters around Stavanger! 🔬We sampled for plankton biodiversity using low-cost imaging (PlanktoScope) and molecular techniques, in addition to drivers that influence community composition. 🌊 We also stopped in the habour for outreach and tomorrow we will be in the children’s Havfestival in Lindøy. Come check our stand if you are around 🧑🧑🧒🧒 Next stop: Lysefjord - Bergen - Trondheim Martin Hassellöv Murat V. Ardelan Nicolas Sanchez #sailing4science #diversea #hrimfare #planktoscope #plankton #horizoneurope #ntnuoceans
The DiverSea expedition crew and Hrimfare are approaching two weeks on the water and still going strong. From the crystal clear water of Kosterfjorden, to a brief stop in Strömstad, a scientific visit to Tjärnö Marine Laboratory, crossing under the Svinesund Bridge, and finally entering the Idefjord and darker waters, the team has been making great progress and collecting valuable data. Together, the data will generate a wealth of knowledge that will be relied upon in many ways, from rapid alerts about harmful algal blooms for local communites and industry to long-term predictive scenario-building to support planning and policy. Sailing 4 Science Murat V. Ardelan Martin Hassellöv | #UNOceanDecade #DiverSea2025 #Sailing4Science #OceanBiodiversity #CoastalBiodiversity #ScienceAtSea #BiodiversityMonitoring #Biodiversity #OceanScience #MarineScience