The Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC) is playing a vital role in enhancing Marine Protected Area (MPA) management across Europe by leading the development of the Blueprint Platform within the Blue4All project. This innovative web-based platform is designed as…
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Bantry Marine Research Station (BMRS), located on the scenic shores of Bantry Bay in Ireland, plays a leading role in marine science and innovation. As a core partner in the PHAROS project, BMRS leads the Ireland, Demo 3, a pioneering…
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As marine ecosystems face unprecedented threats, from climate change and pollution to overfishing and habitat loss, global and regional policies are evolving rapidly to safeguard ocean health and biodiversity. This article explores the key international agreements and EU initiatives driving…
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Islands are home to species found nowhere else on Earth. They face threats from human activities and climate change, that demand urgent, innovative solutions. Here’s how science, community, in projects like PHAROS are helping islands thrive. Why Island Ecosystems Are…
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Summary The latest research and policy developments in 2025 highlight a transformative phase in marine protected communities:• Long-term community benefits from MPAs are now well documented, exemplified by Tanzania’s experience.• Effective ocean protection remains limited globally, but strategic expansions and…
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Empowering Stakeholder Engagement Through Citizen Science: Discover MINKA As part of our ongoing efforts to develop the Living Labs within the PHAROS project, we are excited to introduce MINKA, a dynamic citizen science platform designed to facilitate participatory engagement, enhance…
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The ocean is Earth’s largest ecosystem, covering more than 70% of the planet’s surface and supporting countless species – humans included. Yet, it is also one of the most threatened environments. From plastic islands the size of countries to oil…
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The Arctic region stands at a critical crossroads, experiencing warming at a rate nearly four times faster than the global average. This unprecedented rate of change is dramatically reshaping landscapes, altering ecological balances, and threatening biodiversity in one of Earth’s…
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