How is the warming of the Mediterranean Sea affecting fisheries? Which fleets are most impacted by these changes?
Lucía Espasandín: «Important species such as sardine and hake are declining».
Don’t miss this insightful interview with Lucía Espasandín about how Mediterranean warming is impacting fisheries! Learn which species and fleets are most affected and what science says we can do to adapt. Interview in Catalan.
How can the conservation status of sharks in the Mediterranean be improved?
Fran Ramírez: «All shark species in the Mediterranean are threatened.
Don’t miss this interesting interview with Fran Ramírez about the concerning situation of sharks in the Mediterranean! Discover why all species are threatened and what we can do to protect them. Interview in Catalan.
Curious about how fish consumption in Catalonia has evolved since 1967?
Miquel Ortega is a researcher at ICM, and together with the Gremi de Peixaters de Catalunya, they have compiled a report on the evolution of fish consumption in Catalonia from 1967 to the present day.
Don’t miss this interview with researcher Miquel Ortega, who shares key insights from his study. Interview in Catalan
Climate change will alter marine ecosystems.
Impacts of Climate Change on Marine Ecosystems: Perspectives and Research Advances
Discover the work of Cesc Gordó and Valerio Sbragaglia, researchers from the iMARES group! Cesc investigates how climate change is transforming marine ecosystems in the North Atlantic and Arctic, while Valerio explores the monitoring of lionfish, an invasive species whose tracking is enhanced by social interest. Don’t miss their interview on the program «Españoles en la Mar» on RTVE to learn more about their fascinating work and its impact on ocean conservation! Interview in Spanish.
The Future of Fisheries: A Global Challenge
Examining the projected decline in fishery resources and its implications for marine ecosystems.
Don’t miss the interview with Marta Coll on «Españoles en la Mar»! In this conversation, Marta explains the findings of the new UN report on the concerning decline of fishery resources by the end of the century. If you’re interested in marine sustainability and the future of fishing, this interview will give you a clear and insightful perspective. Interview in Spanish.
A Salt Giant That Shaped History: The Mediterranean Mass Extinction
Unveiling the role of a massive salt deposit in one of the largest extinction events in the Mediterranean, millions of years ago.
A new study led by Konstantina Agiadi reveals how a gigantic salt layer formed during the Messinian Salinity Crisis may have triggered a significant extinction event in the Mediterranean. This groundbreaking research has been highlighted in a news article by National Geographic en Español, which emphasizes the drastic environmental changes that occurred millions of years ago and their catastrophic impact on marine and terrestrial life. For more details, you can find the full article on National Geographic.
Examining Threats to Marine Ecosystems in the Southern Hemisphere
Subtítulo paraExploring the conservation status of penguins as sentinel species and bioindicators of marine ecosystem health.
In the latest episode of Españoles en la Mar, Miriam Gimeno, a PhD student at the Institute of Marine Sciences and leader of a vital conservation study, discusses the significant threats facing marine ecosystems in the Southern Hemisphere. This project focuses on the conservation status of penguins, highlighting their role as sentinel species and bioindicators of the overall health of marine environments. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges these ecosystems face and the importance of protecting them for future generations.