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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 […]
Climate change to reshape European Fisheries: New study maps “winners and losers” First multi-model analysis shows dramatic shifts in commercial fish stocks by the end of the century A new study, […]
Step change for PML’s remote sensing capabilities with new, cutting-edge drone technology. A state-of-the-art environmental survey drone has been procured to provide advanced environmental survey capabilities in shallow, dynamic and hard-to-reach coastal waters. A […]
Can offshore wind farms and the UK Fishing Industry co-exist effectively? PML-led research highlights urgent need for standardised compensation and improved collaboration between energy companies and fishermen. A new study, […]
Pairing old and new technologies could unlock advances in plankton science. New study, that included Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), scientists, highlights the benefits of existing long-term monitoring programmes and emerging technologies […]
PML scientist announced as new Chair of intergovernmental working group. Dr Sevrine Sailley, Ecosystem Modeller at Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), has been appointed Chair for the International Council for the Exploration of […]
PML Science urges accelerated action on ocean acidification at UN High-Level Ocean Retreat. Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) Director of Science, Professor Steve Widdicombe, participated in the United Nations’ High-Level Retreat on […]
Ocean literacy resources for the next generation. Calling all educators – discover PML’s latest videos to open up the world of marine science and ocean literacy to your students. As part of Plymouth Marine Laboratory’s (PML), work […]
Has reducing ship exhaust pollution accelerated global warming? A new study explored the climate effect of the mandated reduction of sulphur in ship exhaust emissions globally since 2020. Highly relevant to international […]
Is the Southern Ocean absorbing more CO2 than previously thought? New research led by the University of East Anglia (UEA) and Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) has found that the Southern Ocean absorbs […]
Using drone footage to map invasive species: managing the expansion of wild Pacific oysters. A new study led by PML scientists has, for the first time, explored the use of […]
Pioneering ocean carbon removal technique proves successful in pilot study. The trial off St Ives Bay in Cornwall, involved adding magnesium hydroxide to wastewater. Scientists from Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) […]
Major boost for oceanic research as Challenger 150 joins forces with Seabed 2030. Coinciding with World Oceans Day (8th June 2024), two major international marine initiatives have announced the signing […]
Widespread microplastic pollution in Peruvian mangrove sediments and edible mangrove species. New study shows that the mangroves of Tumbes, Peru are extensively contaminated with microplastic pollution, and estimate that the local […]
UK fishing community shares its views on offshore wind. Preliminary results from a survey on the impacts of offshore wind farms on commercial fishing in the UK. There is still […]
PML scientists championing the ocean in climate negotiations. PML ocean and climate experts will be playing active parts in the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework […]
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