Art is a powerful way to bring science to the general public in an inspiring, relatable way. Artist-in-residence Victoria Evans explores how art and science can work together to achieve shared goals.
Marine forests are in decline in Madeira. PhD student Alejandro Bernal-Ibáñez explains how his research can aid marine forest restoration and why algae is awesome.
Matej is one of our collaborators here at MARE-Madeira and living proof that you don’t need a degree in marine biology to make a positive contribution to ocean research and conservation!
The rise in 'sustainable' blue economy ventures creates both hope and concern. Marine researchers, entrepreneurs and investors must work together if we are to protect our ocean from 'blue washing'.
Our newest doctor(!), Sara Bettencourt, shares the work she did for her PhD, exploring the (under-appreciated) value of education in enabling sustainable development.
When we on land think about the ocean’s sounds, most of us think of breaking waves. A few might also mention the lonely song of a humpback whale. But the ocean is literally awash with sound! In this article, we share some of our research in underwater sound and the low-cost technologies we've developed to help bring the sounds of marine life to the public.