OpenMODs 2.0 (Open Access Marine Observation Devices implementation)

The OpenMODs – Open Access Marine Observation Devices – project was extended for a second phase, from Sept 2019 to February 2021. Due to COVID restrictions, there were some delays, but Phase 2.0 completed in late 2022. Read more about Phase 1 of OpenMods here: https://pogo-ocean.org/innovation-in-ocean-observing/activities/openmods-open-access-marine-observation-devices/ What is the question or challenge and why is …

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Trevor Platt Science Foundation (TPSF) Symposium & Training

POGO is providing support for the Trevor Platt Science Foundation (TPSF) Symposium, to be held at Plymouth Marine Laboratory (9 – 11 August 2023). It will be preceded by a training course “Satellite-based tools for investigating aquatic ecosystems“. Together, these events aim to carry forward Trevor’s legacy in ocean research and international collaboration. The symposium will …

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SEAGRASS – South East Asia project for General Regional Awareness of Seagrass by Society

Overview The Straits of Malacca is the second busiest ocean maritime trade route in the world with a passage of over a thousand ships a day transiting its waterways. Naturally, this brings with it a lot of environmental pressure and risks to existing natural habitats. However, there are still very special pockets of marine habitats …

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COLLECT – Citizen Observation of Local Litter in Coastal ECosysTems

POGO project funded by the Richard Lounsbery FoundationJanuary 2021 – September 2022 Goal The goal of this project is to acquire data on marine plastic debris distribution and abundance on the coasts of African countries, by training citizen scientists (secondary school students) and promoting knowledge transfer between local communities, researchers and members of the Partnership …

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BIOTTA (Building CapacIty in Ocean AcidificaTion MoniToring in the Gulf of GuineA)

Building CapacIty in Ocean AcidificaTion MoniToring in the Gulf of GuineA (BIOTTA) Overview The Gulf of Guinea (GoG) is host to many distinct ecosystems, among which is the Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem extending from the intense upwelling area of the Guinea Current in the north to the Benguela Current in the south. The GoG region is …

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Oceanographic Data Acquisition GoG

Acquisition of Oceanographic Data for Sustainable Resources Management in the Gulf of Guinea Overview The Gulf of Guinea (GoG) is an important global resource. Ranked among the most productive coastal and offshore waters in the world, the Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem is rich in fishery resources, petroleum production and is also an important global …

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