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Plankton modelling system forecasts important shifts in phenology and community composition in the North Atlantic Ocean

Apr 12, 2023 by Neri Campbell

Significant changes in plankton abundance and seasonality due to global climate change could alter the biological carbon pump in the ocean, according to new research. Current Earth System Models (ESMs) used by the International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) are projecting a decline in phytoplankton (plant plankton) abundance, and predict large seasonal shifts that may … Read more

Pete Rendle – 47 years of service

Oct 12, 2023Mar 30, 2023 by maya plass

Appointed to the MBA on 18th October 1976 as Deck Hand/Engineer on our past Research Vessels Sepia (a previous version of our current RV Sepia) and RV Squilla. Pete has been dedicated to the Marine Biological Association for over 47 years. Prior to that, Pete started as a fitter with the Royal Navy. He studied Marine … Read more

Innovative approach for analysing historical data reveals new understanding of plankton regime shifts in the North Sea

Mar 23, 2023 by Neri Campbell

Scientists have explained that different methods of plankton analysis could give us a greater understanding of plankton regime shifts, and their impact on the marine ecosystem. Plankton are a diverse collection of tiny organisms found in water. They are a vital food source for many organisms and their activity in the ocean helps regulate the … Read more

World Water Day: Ocean Acidification and Our Research

Mar 22, 2023 by admin

Research from the MBA highlights the importance of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal, Life Below Water.

High Seas Treaty: Should we be celebrating?

Mar 9, 2023 by Neri Campbell

Nations around the world have agreed to a High Seas Treaty to protect marine biodiversity and provide oversight of international waters. The agreement on ‘Marine Biodiversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction’ (BBNJ) provides a legal framework on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity of our ocean beyond national jurisdiction. MBA Trustee Angelique … Read more

The PlyMSEF23 Conference

Mar 1, 2023Mar 1, 2023 by admin

Aimed at early careers scientists, the PlyMSEF23 Conference welcomed marine researchers from across Plymouth to share their work.

Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace

Oct 12, 2023Feb 15, 2023 by admin

The Marine Biological Association is taking steps to improve mental health support.

Bryozoans Mapped in the Darwin Tree of Life

Feb 14, 2023 by admin

2023 started with a string of genome note publications by the MBA Darwin Tree of Life team.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Mar 9, 2023Feb 10, 2023 by Neri Campbell

To celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we are highlighting some of our inspiring female marine biologists here at the Marine Biological Association. Dr Katherine Helliwell Dr Katherine Helliwell is a NERC Independent Research Fellow, as a joint appointment with University of Exeter, in molecular microbiology and is Research Lead on the … Read more

Continued plankton research crucial to predict the future of ocean life in a changing climate

Feb 7, 2023Feb 7, 2023 by Neri Campbell

Gaps in plankton monitoring need to be urgently addressed to assess the impact of climate change on marine life, according to researchers. Scientists from the Marine Biological Association (MBA) and over 20 universities and research institutions across the world say more work needs to be done to untangle the climate-driven environmental impacts on plankton. Plankton are a diverse collection … Read more

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