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REefVOLUTION Ing

2022-2024

Artificial reef-based marine bioremediation (REefVOLUTION)

REefVOLUTION is an interdisciplinary, holistic project that brings together marine ecologists, biochemists, geographers, botanists, and analytical chemists. Its mission is to restore and bioremediate coastal seabeds in the Balearic Islands impacted by the continuous discharge of treated and regenerated wastewater. The project combines two innovative approaches:

1) The use of artificial reefs built with cutting-edge Biorock technology, integrated with benthic, filter-feeding, or suspension-feeding organisms.

2) The development of advanced analytical screening methods using high-performance chromatography and mass spectrometry to identify and measure unregulated emerging organic pollutants present in treated wastewater discharged through marine outfalls.

By addressing the harmful effects of organic chemical pollutants, REefVOLUTION seeks to revive native marine flora and fauna, restoring balance to degraded coastal ecosystems.

PI: Manuel Miró (UIB)

Source of funding: Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovación.

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Invertebrados marinos protegidos Baleares Ing

2022-2023

Analysis of the vulnerability of protected marine invertebrates in the Balearic Islands through genetic analysis of their populations

This project aims to develop a methodology for studying the genetics of selected protected marine invertebrate species in the Balearic Islands. By analyzing the connectivity between their populations, the study seeks to evaluate their vulnerability and resilience to environmental changes. Designed as a pilot project, it will assess the precision and reliability of the results within the marine protected areas of the Balearic Sea, laying the groundwork for a larger research effort in the future. The findings could play a critical role in shaping conservation strategies, species management plans, and the effective planning of protected natural areas.

PI: María Capa (UIB)

Source of funding: Govern de les Illes Balears.

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Catálogo eucariotas Baleares Ing

2022-2023

Catalogue of eukaryotic organisms of the Balearic Islands

The project aims to produce an exhaustive catalogue of eukaryotic species cited in the Balearic Islands based on partial databases, updated scientific literature and expert opinion. This catalogue of Balearic biodiversity is an indispensable tool for the understanding, management, management and conservation of the region’s natural resources, the ecological processes in which they participate and the ecosystem services that these organisms, and the ecosystems in which they are found, provide to society.

PI: Javier Gulías (UIB)

Source of funding: Govern de les Illes Balears.