Proiecte
PN18160301-Investigation of the marine benthal and pelagic habitats from the Romanian Black Sea coast in order to understand their role in the bioeconomy (Blue Growth)
Acronim: GEODEMAN
| Responsible / Lead: | Dr. Adrian Teaca, CSI |
| Coordinator: | GeoEcoMar |
| Beneficiary: | GeoEcoMar |
| Funder / Funding body: | Ministry of Research and Innovation |
| Funding scheme: | Core Program |
| Duration: | 12 months |
| Start date: | 01.01.2018 |
| End date: | 31.12.2018 |
PN18160301-Investigation of the marine benthal and pelagic habitats from the Romanian Black Sea coast in order to understand their role in the bioeconomy (Blue Growth)
Acronym: GEODEMAN
The project aimed at mapping and assessing the state of benthic habitats, thus contributing to the development of appropriate management measures for the sustainable use of marine resources. Information on benthic habitats on the Romanian continental shelf of the Black Sea and the species inventory were updated, and an estimate of the density and biomass of benthic populations was made. Thus, the project contributed to a better understanding of the dynamics, biotic potential and productivity of each investigated habitat type. The results were included in the database for integrated environmental monitoring at national and international scale.
- Identifying the factors and thresholds that contribute to the delimitation and distribution of the benthic habitats;
- Mapping of the benthic marine habitats on the Romanian continental shelf of the Black Sea and assessing the changes produced under the anthropogenic and natural impact (climatic effects);
- Assessment of the current state of the benthic habitats and exploitable non-fish resources;
- Establishing the trends in the evolution of the habitat status;
- Identifying the natural and socio-economic pressures exerted on the benthic habitats;
- Supporting the environmental policies based on a holistic approach to the marine environment;
- Publishing and disseminating the results.