A5029042670- Marine and coastal plant biology
- Marine Biology and Ecology Research
- Coastal and Marine Management
- Marine and fisheries research
- Marine Bivalve and Aquaculture Studies
- Coastal wetland ecosystem dynamics
- Coral and Marine Ecosystems Studies
- Ocean Acidification Effects and Responses
- Aquatic and Environmental Studies
- Marine Toxins and Detection Methods
- Marine Biology and Environmental Chemistry
- Marine and coastal ecosystems
- Protist diversity and phylogeny
- Social Acceptance of Renewable Energy
- Marine and Offshore Engineering Studies
Universidad de Cantabria
2012-2024
Instituto de Física de Cantabria
2016-2024
University of Southern Mississippi
2017
Within the COST action EMBOS (European Marine Biodiversity Observatory System) degree and variation of diversity densities soft-bottom communities from lower intertidal or shallow subtidal was measured at 28 marine sites along European coastline (Baltic, Atlantic, Mediterranean) using jointly agreed harmonized protocols, tools indicators. The hypothesis tested that for all taxonomic groups would decrease with increasing latitude. system delivered accurate comparable data on soft sediment...
The degree of development and operability the indicators for Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD) using Descriptor 1 (D1) Biological Diversity was assessed. To this end, an overview relevance underlying parameters across 20 European countries compiled by analysing national directives, legislation, regulations, publicly available reports. Marked differences were found between in ecological as well implementation chosen to indicate biological diversity. best scoring EU France, Germany,...
In the frame of COST ACTION ‘EMBOS’ (Development and implementation a pan-European Marine Biodiversity Observatory System), coverage intertidal macroalgae was estimated at range marine stations along European coastline (Subarctic, Baltic, Atlantic, Mediterranean). Based on these data, we tested whether patterns in macroalgal diversity distribution rocky shores could be explained by set meteo-oceanographic variables. The variables considered were salinity, sea surface temperature,...
Examining how variability in population abundance and distribution is allotted among different spatial scales can inform of processes that are likely to generate variability. Results studies dealing with scale issues marine benthic communities suggest concentrated at small (from tens centimetres few metres) patterns variation consistent across ecosystems characterized by contrasting physical biotic conditions, but this has not been formally tested. Here we quantified the intertidal rocky...
Coastal ecosystems are highly complex and driven by multiple environmental factors. To date we lack scientific evidence for the relative contribution of natural anthropogenic drivers majority marine habitats in order to adequately assess role different stressors across European seas. Such relationship can be investigated analysing correlation between variables biotic patterns multivariate space taking into account non-linearities. Within framework EMBOS (European Marine Biodiversity...
The purple sea urchin P. lividus is a marine resource greatly valued for its highly nutritious roe. objective of this work to analyse the spatial distribution pattern and population structure species in region Cantabria (Bay Biscay) order identify most appropriate zones sustainable harvesting establishment adequate management strategies. Two depth ranges were studied (<5 5–10 m) five coastal areas. available stock commercial individuals (size >55 mm) was estimated based on density...
An ecological classification at the local scale may be a useful tool for conservation planning and implementation of specific management programmes in region. For this purpose, methodology previously applied on small has been adapted to classify coast Cantabria (N Spain). This includes physical biological validation. The shoreline was divided into 1 km stretches, abiotic variables (sea surface temperature, photosynthetically active radiation, significant wave height coastal morphology) were...
The gooseneck barnacle Pollicipes pollicipes is a very valuable marine resource on the coasts of Spain and Portugal. To maintain sustainable exploitation this species, periodical large-scale population assessments are essential. Because heterogeneous distribution these populations in aggregates, together with difficulties associated sampling (i.e., access to rocky reefs, wave exposure, high tides, etc.), there lack studies regard. In light constraints, coverage, biomass, available stock were...
The high energy demand and the threat of climate change have led to a remarkable development renewable energies, initially through technologies applied terrestrial environment and, recently, awakening marine energies. However, these types projects is often hampered by failure pass corresponding environmental impact assessment process. complexity working in uncertainties associated with assessing impacts such make it difficult carry out objective precise assessments. AMBEMAR-DSS seeks...
Onshore or offshore renewable energy helps to obtain in a sustainable manner. However, the deployment of both alternatives can damage environment with different kind impacts. For this reason, place construct these infrastructures must take into account all related In way, Decision Support Systems (DSS) are useful tools. paper, methodology introduce visual impact indicator DSS for Environmental Impact Assessment Offshore Renewable Energy (AMBEMAR) is shown. This also described. adjusted...