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Expensive species of edible seaweed discovered along east coast of India
[India] A team of Indian marine biologists has identified and discovered an expensive species of edible seaweed, known as Continue reading Expensive species of edible seaweed discovered along east coast of India
Large outdoor study shows biodiversity improves stability of algal biofuel systems
[USA] A diverse mix of species improves the stability and fuel-oil yield of algal biofuel systems, as well as their resistance to invasion Continue reading Large outdoor study shows biodiversity improves stability of algal biofuel systems
Why a rock-hard pink seaweed is known as a ‘hotspot of biodiversity’
[Canada] Think of something that’s pink and that’s as hard as a rock. No, it’s not Double Bubble, or any other kind of hard gum. Continue reading Why a rock-hard pink seaweed is known as a ‘hotspot of biodiversity’
UF scientists unveil new sunscreen made with algae
[USA] Scientists at UF have recently developed a chemical for a new sunscreen that’s safer for humans and the environment. Continue reading UF scientists unveil new sunscreen made with algae
The rise of turfs—flattening of global kelp forests
[Australia] Research published today into the state of kelp forests around the world shows they are being degraded into flat seascapes
Continue reading The rise of turfs—flattening of global kelp forests
Catastrophic warning about the fate of humanity is given by 15,000 scientists
[Global] A prophetic ‘warning to humanity’ giving notice of perils facing the Earth has been issued by more than 15,000 scientists Continue reading Catastrophic warning about the fate of humanity is given by 15,000 scientists
More efforts needed to preserve biodiversity on Ly Son Island
[Vietnam] Destructive human activities have put coral reefs, sea grass beds and many other marine species off Ly Son Island at risk in
Continue reading More efforts needed to preserve biodiversity on Ly Son Island
Seaweed power plan
[Fiji] Research has found that seaweed provides the answer to producing a country’s energy, providing fertiliser and creating Continue reading Seaweed power plan
Rubber algae help create first artificial reef in Mediterranean
[UK] Tiny, artificial algae are being deployed in the first such effort to restore reefs in the Mediterranean Sea. Continue reading Rubber algae help create first artificial reef in Mediterranean