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Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) scientists contribute to international nitrogen impact guidance. The International Nitrogen Management System (INMS) Guidance Document on Nitrogen Impact Assessment Methods provides a comprehensive framework and practical […]
PML and IBM unveil AI for ocean health. Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) is pleased to announce the release of an innovative AI ‘foundation model’ for observing Earth’s oceans, in collaboration […]
Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) to co-lead £2m project using AI to create the largest-ever study of vulnerable deep-sea habitats. The award from Bezos Earth Fund supports innovative uses of artificial intelligence to […]
PML welcomes UK-First Policy expanding water space for unmanned marine systems. The wave-propelled PML Pioneer is the first autonomous vessel designated under the policy from King’s Harbour Master. Plymouth Marine […]
Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) welcomes the RRS Sir David Attenborough to Plymouth. The scientific research ship is visiting Plymouth on her way to the Antarctic summer season. The RRS Sir David Attenborough, one of the world’s most advanced […]
The great Pacific clean-up: Weighing the benefits of removing ocean plastic. A new study examines how cleaning up the North Pacific Garbage Patch would benefit marine life – but at what cost to the climate? Between California and Hawaii […]
Harnessing decades of ocean acidification research to shape marine carbon removal solutions. Drawing upon over two decades of research from leading ocean acidification experts, the Global Ocean Acidification Observing Network (GOA-ON) community shares vital lessons learned, in hopes […]
Blue Carbon Finance Toolbox released. The 3rd UN Ocean Conference in June 2025 saw the release of the Blue Carbon Finance Toolbox, with PML’s Dr Olivia Rendón as a Reviewer and Plymouth […]
Marine heatwaves and octopus outbreaks. This week, PML’s Professor Tim Smyth spoke to Anna Foster on BBC Radio 4 about the increase of marine heatwaves observed in the western English Channel, and the octopus bloom not observed in these […]
Environmental studies urgently required before Ocean Carbon Capture can go large-scale, scientists warn. New paper highlights critical knowledge gaps into the impacts of direct ocean carbon capture and storage (DOCCS) technology. […]
National Oyster Day – but not all oysters are welcome… Yesterday (5th August) was National Oyster Day, but not all oysters are welcome. Discover PML’s research on the Pacific Oyster – […]
PML’s Prof. Frost selected for high-level policy role to help protect the global ocean. Plymouth Marine laboratory (PML) are delighted to share the news that PML’s Prof. Matt Frost has […]
How plastic pollution may influence antimicrobial resistance. New study reveals an alarming number of mechanisms throughout the life-cycle of plastic that could enhance or spread antimicrobial resistance. Plastic pollution, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) […]
New South West Marine Ecosystems report published. This comprehensive report on the state of the marine ecosystems around the South West, including contributions from Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) scientists, gives a wonderful […]
Harvest time at world’s first co-located seaweed farm and offshore windfarm. Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) is leading the science on the North Sea Farm 1 project. The first-ever harvest at […]
Landmark new research funded to shape the future of ‘Marine Artificial Structures’: from oil and gas platforms to offshore wind structures. New project: ValMAS (Value of Marine Artificial Structures) is […]
PML championing Deep Sea Biodiversity and Sustainable Ocean Planning at the 2025 UN Ocean Conference. A delegation of Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), scientists are currently attending the UN Ocean Conference to […]
New research shows that ocean acidification is more advanced than previously thought. The findings, that were published ‘Ocean Acidification: Another Planetary Boundary Crossed’ for the journal Global Change Biology, highlight that the […]
New study reveals global ‘Ocean Darkening’ threatens marine life. A new study co-led by PML’s Professor Tim Smyth has revealed a 21% reduction in sunlight zones vital for life in the sea. Over one-fifth […]
Concerns for deep sea ecosystems heighten as US moves to ramp up mining. The Deep Sea Conservation Coalition is calling for deep sea mining to be ceased. In the same […]
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