The Life DELFI project was born out of growing concern within the international scientific community about the interactions of cetaceans with professional fishing activities. Of particular concern is the frequent finding of signs of interaction with fishing gear on dolphin carcasses found on the beach or at sea. Therefore, DELFI takes care to limit the interaction between dolphins and fishermen as much as possible.
Understanding the transmission pathways and fate of antibiotics, antibiotic resistance genes, antibiotic-resistant bacteria and other pathogenic microorganisms in aquaculture, including contamination from the environment.
CIRCLES aims to develop and translate innovative circular actions tailored to microbiomes into concrete applications to improve key EU food system supply chains and their sustainability.
NAUTILOS was created with the goal of complementing and expanding existing observational instruments and services in the EU, and enabling the collection of marine data with greater spatial resolution, temporal regularity, and length than currently available.
Invasive alien species (IAS) and climate change require the development of new capacities to protect the natural capital and manage the rapid transformation of natural resources. The project proposes the development of an integrated and shared approach to studying this issue. The goal will be pursued through technical and technological advances supported by studies to improve the information management and the use of IAS as a potential economic resource
To provide key information on the biodiversity and marine ecosystems of the Central Mediterranean Sea - Strait of Sicily, the ecosystem services provided, human activities and pressures due to humans and climate change.
Monitoring of offshore platforms in the Adriatic Sea aimed at verifying effects following the discharge of production water from offshore platforms into the sea and the absence of hazards to water and aquatic ecosystems.
Monitoring the possible impact resulting from the presence, installation or removal of offshore platforms and/or pipelines on the biotic and abiotic components of the marine environment.
Co4SSF develops new approaches for fisheries management to support the integrated management of the coastal strip and maritime compartments where protected habitats fall, with particular reference to the Small Scale Fisheries sector.
To assess the consequences of ice melting on biodiversity and functioning of the microbial food web in the pelagic ecosystem of the Terranova Bay coastal area (Ross Sea).
Antibiotic-resistant and metal-resistant bacteria in seawater, marine sediments and in association with specimens of Trematomus bernacchii in Antarctica
Support the Competent Authorities in the Mediterranean region and UNEP/MAP to facilitate the necessary cooperation for the next implementation cycle of the MSFD - Marine Strategy Framework Directive.
Support the operation and functioning of RCG Med&BS, overcome national approaches and achieve the expected results from coordinated regional work on fisheries data collection.
Agreement aimed at collaboration for the joint installation of scientific instrumentation in the marine area in front of Senigallia (AN) for the development of research of common interest within the MORSE project.
To provide national and EU administrations, as well as regional-level fisheries management bodies such as the General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM) and the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tuna (ICCAT), with scientific data and appropriate tools to undertake programming interventions and adopt management measures in line with the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP).
ITACA addresses the competitiveness of the fisheries sector in the Adriatic by fostering blue innovation and improving the sustainability of fisheries.
Bring together the key players in Blue Biotechnologies in the Mediterranean and increase their innovation capacity and coordination in order to unlock the innovation potential in the field through joint transnational initiatives.
Support the transferability of ARIEL project results toward open innovation for small scale fisheries (SSF) and aquaculture sectors in the Adriatic-Ionian area.
A sampling campaign of study and observations involving marine scientists and citizens in the common effort to produce a series of snapshots from the sea during lockdown.
WATERCARE aims to improve bathing water quality by reducing microbial contamination and using innovative tools for wastewater management and treatment.
PRIZEFISH aims to address the twin challenges of Italian and Croatian fishing enterprises and producer organizations to be more sustainable and increase their economic competitiveness in fish markets.
CNR IRBIM partner with SZN, the University of Naples Federico II, the Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale del Mezzogiorno, the University of Sannio, the University of Suor Orsola Benincasa, the University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, ENEA and INGV to carry out maritime spatial planning for the Campania Region.
ADRIREEF tests innovative actions to assess the suitability of natural and artificial reefs for the development of sustainable activities and in line with Blue Economy principles.
Implement innovative solutions and projects to support the competitive development of fisheries, aquaculture and the blue economy, paying attention to the protection of marine resources and ecosystems.
The FAIRSEA project aims to strengthen transnational capacity and cooperation in the field of an ecosystem approach to fisheries in the Adriatic region through knowledge exchange and sharing of best practices among the partners involved.
Establishment of the ecological observatory system in the Adriatic Sea, shared between Italy and Croatia, to integrate ecological and oceanographic research with conservation strategies for marine Natura 2000 sites.
The Northern Adriatic Sea (NAS) represents an area heavily impacted by maritime traffic, tourism, and resource exploitation. The project aims to create cross-border technical, scientific and institutional cooperation to address the challenge of assessing the impact of underwater environmental noise on marine wildlife and the NAS ecosystem in general, useful for ensuring effective protection of marine biodiversity and ecosystems and developing more sustainable use of marine and coastal resources. The objectives of the project are pursued through the construction of a shared monitoring network for underwater noise assessment, evaluation of acoustic impact on marine biological resources, and development of a planning and management tool.
To contribute to the development of sites and infrastructures in the aquaculture sector and reduce the environmental impact of interventions in the Apulia Region.
To protect and maintain/restore the biodiversity and ecosystems of the Lesina Lagoon through management, maintenance/restoration and integrative monitoring of the NATURA 2000 site affected by fishing activities and through a participatory approach among stakeholders (policy makers, researchers, fishermen) who share responsibilities and interests on the lagoon ecosystem.
Promoting technological and non-technological solutions for innovation in the adoption of Small Scale Fisheries and aquaculture in the Adriatic-Ionian Basin.
Provide the Regional Administration and operators in the sector with technical-scientific information for a rational and sustainable management of clam fishing with hydraulic dredges.
To verify the environmental impacts on the marine environment caused by sediment delivery operations from dredging works at the Port of Numana (Ancona).
To introduce new knowledge and effective catching techniques aimed at reducing fisheries discard by reducing the impact of fishing activities on the lagoon environment.
The project explores the influence of maritime activities on MPAs in the Mediterranean, and provides recommendations for MPA managers, MSP authorities, and businesses on how to prevent or minimize the environmental impacts of certain sectors of the blue economy.
The TartaLife project, coordinated by CNR IRBIM and conducted in close collaboration with fishermen, aims to reduce fishing-induced sea turtle Caretta caretta mortality through the dissemination of innovative technical solutions, training of fishermen and the strengthening of Recovery/First Aid facilities.