Centre of Marine Sciences (CCMAR)

📹How seaweed could be used to make sustainable antibiotics? The BBC recently featured a project exploring this question ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dVKrbPb5 Although CCMAR isn't mentioned, it highlights Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), the coordinator of the iCULTURE project! We're proud to be partners in this initiative, alongside CIIMAR, to explore the potential of Europe's massive seaweed biomass. Especially with Ria Formosa on our doorstep, at CCMAR, we've spent years studying how to protect it while finding sustainable ways to use its resources. Did you know that Europe produces over 100 megatonnes of seaweed biomass, but less than 0.25% is actually used? 🤝 We're working to change that by turning leftover seaweed into high-value bioactives for food, pharmaceuticals and agriculture. How? 📽️ Watch the BBC feature and find out more about our work with iCULTURE: https://lnkd.in/dfaNKDT2 #Seaweed #iCULTURE

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🎉 Celebrating a Year of Collaboration, Science, and Innovation! As 2024 comes to a close, we look back with gratitude on the achievements and milestones we reached together. A huge thank you to our 300+ members and partners—your contributions drive us forward and make our mission a reality. Here’s to a new year filled with even more breakthroughs, discoveries, and collaboration! Happy Holidays from all of us at CCMAR! 🎄✨

🥼 The researchers from our Aquaculture Research Group (Aquagroup) asked: Could the bioactive compounds in certain micro- and macroalgae improve sperm quality in captive-bred Senegalese sole without interfering with the physiological process of sperm production? 👉 Find out the real answer in the article, recently published: https://lnkd.in/dP6gHP-r In case you didn't click on the link, we'll give you a heads-up: the study shows that algae mixtures can be used in broodstock feeds for Senegalese sole. Now, we need to figure out how to use only the "good" bioactive compounds to get better sperm quality, consistently, during the breeding season. 👏 Keep up the good work! Francisca Félix Azeredo | Cláudia Raposo de Magalhães | Carlos Marrero | Daniel Filipe Correia Duarte | Pedro Parente | elvira fatsini | Catarina Oliveira

From motivating students to pursue scientific careers, to bridging science and industry to strengthen local economies, to investing in research to ensure greater food security - our visit to Namibe was all about achieving this. 🗓️ In June, João Cardoso, Adelino Canario, and Inês Leal visited Namibe, Angola, to support the establishment of the first food microbiology laboratory at the local university. 🧫So, what’s the impact of this laboratory? • It opens new opportunities for students to learn about microbiology. • It supports research and helps detect bacterial contaminants, like fecal coliforms. • It allows microbiological and molecular analysis for local health and fisheries authorities. • It reduces dependence on distant laboratories (like those in Luanda), promoting sustainable development. There’s so much more to explore about this project (HealthyBi4Namibe). 🔗 Read the full article on our website: https://lnkd.in/dThviXxR 

Have you heard of the Quantitative Bioimaging Laboratory? Part of our technological platform, this research group uncovers the fascinating nature hidden from the human eye. 🔬👁️ Through advanced techniques like Optical Tomography and Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging, combined with the power of deep learning, we unveil the secrets of life—ranging from heart function to the development of living organisms. Recently, at SPAOM 2024, three talented PhD students from CCMAR showcased our latest innovations in bioimaging, including deep learning applications and 3D microscopy techniques. This event highlighted our contributions to advanced microscopy and strengthened collaborations within the international scientific community. Click on the link to read more! ⤵️ #Bioimaging #DeepLearning #Microscopy

CCMAR will be the home of the next meeting of the Portuguese Society of Ethology (SPE) in 2025! ✨ We are proud to share the publication of Joao L. Saraiva, who recently gave an inspiring plenary lecture at this year's edition. This scientific and personal journey, which began more than 20 years ago, reflects the talent and passion of Portuguese ethologists - and now culminates in special news for us: next year, it will be our turn to host this incredible event in Faro! We look forward to continuing to promote dialogue on animal behavior, cutting-edge science and interdisciplinary collaboration. Stay tuned for more news - we're counting on everyone to make this event a milestone!

New on Board: Mélinda Martins joins CCMAR! Mélinda brings her expertise in marine pollution research to CCMAR, focusing on microplastics in marine environments using cutting-edge techniques like LC-HRMS. Her work will shed light on the environmental impact of plastic pollution and enhance monitoring strategies for coastal ecosystems. 🌍🧪 Outside the lab, she’s an avid basketball player, sailor, snorkeler, and motorbike adventurer along Portugal's stunning coastline. 🏀🌊

Congratulations to Vânia Baptista, who has won the prestigious FLAD - Fundação Luso-Americana para o Desenvolvimento Science Award Atlantic 2024! 🏆 This €300,000 prize will power her groundbreaking research on the migration of fish larvae—the "lost phase"—and its impact on sustainable fisheries and vulnerable ecosystems. Through the Finding Home Project, Vânia combines cutting-edge science with local community knowledge across Portugal, São Tomé and Príncipe, Dominica, and the USA. Her work is a shining example of collaboration, innovation, and the future of marine conservation. 🌐🐟 Here’s to science with purpose and a sustainable Blue Economy! 💙

Bioprospecting is the search for and the commercialisation of new products that have been sourced from nature - Marine bioprospecting involves the exploration of genetic and biochemical material from marine organisms. Here's a good example of what studying the potential of spea sponges lead to 🎗️ ⤵️ #euremap #marinebioprospection #blueeconomy #EU_RIs