News Updates

Invitation: Industry expressions of interest to SmartOcean Enterprise Initiative

Submissions of interest to the ISGEI research drivers booklet are now invited
Published: 08 Feb 2012
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Atlantic Area Conference Announcement

The Marine Economy: A key component of the EU Integrated Strategy for the Atlantic Area: Grand Hotel, Malahide, Co Dublin. Tuesday 7th February 2012.
Published: 27 Jan 2012
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Student Bursars Wanted for Work Experience Programme

The Marine Institute is inviting students to apply for a number of work experience placements in many exciting areas for this summer 2012.
Published: 27 Jan 2012
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Destination Europe Conference

Dr Peter Heffernan, CEO Marine Institute addressed the Destination Europe Conference, in Boston, USA on 20th January 2012. The conference, the brain child of EU Research Commissioner Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, aims to promote Europe as a research and innovation destination.
Published: 23 Jan 2012
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Marine Institute Publications now available Online

The Marine Institute’s Open Access Repository library, has had over 6,000 visits from more than 46 countries since its recent launch.
Published: 20 Jan 2012
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Marine Movie Competition

Are you between the ages of 12 and 21 and fancy yourself as a movie maker? Then enter the Mário Ruivo Marine Movie Competition before 25th March 2012.
Published: 16 Jan 2012
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all at the Marine Institute.
Published: 22 Dec 2011
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M4 Next Generation Weather Buoy records 20 meter Wave

M4 Next Generation weather buoy records waves at height of 20.4 meters off the north west coast of Ireland.
Published: 14 Dec 2011
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Marine Institute welcomes Commission proposal for Horizon 2020

€80 billion programme launched by Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, Commissioner for Research, Innovation and Science.
Published: 09 Dec 2011
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4th International Conference on Ocean Energy October 2012 - Call for Papers

Invitation for abstracts open now.
Published: 06 Dec 2011
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Ireland welcomes the European Union Strategy for the Atlantic

Lisbon Atlantic Conference 28th - 29th November 2011
Published: 02 Dec 2011
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Ireland’s Ocean Economy Report launched

Full figures for 2007 examined
Published: 21 Nov 2011
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Atlas of Demersal Discarding

Scientific Observations and Potential Solutions
Published: 09 Nov 2011
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2011 INFOMAR Call for Applied Research Proposals Announced

Closing Date - Wednesday 9th November at 1600 hours
Published: 21 Oct 2011
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SmartBay Collaborators Intel Announce New Lab in Ireland

Role of research and innovation underpinned.
Published: 18 Oct 2011
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Recent ARCOPOL workshop a success

Over 30 delegates attended the recent ARCOPOL workshop.
Published: 14 Oct 2011
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Over 10,000 Visitors Attend Sea2Sky Event

Over ten thousand visitors descended on Salthill in Galway last Friday (September 23rd) for Ireland’s first participation in European Researchers Night ‘Sea2Sky’
Published: 28 Sep 2011
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Europe-Wide Poll Reveals Fears For Our Marine Environment

Rising sea levels, coastal erosion and flooding are amongst the top concerns
Published: 16 Sep 2011
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Maximising the Value of our Maritime Resource Seminar

The Association of Irish Regions is holding a seminar as part of the European Union’s OPEN DAYS 2011 at the Marine Institute on Friday 21st October.
Published: 14 Sep 2011
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New Marine Atlas Answers Important Questions

Second edition of the Atlas of North Western Waters now available for free download
Published: 06 Sep 2011
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Marine Scientists of the Future 'Get SMART'

Two-Day Marine Science Training Course Opens 2011 Call
Published: 29 Aug 2011
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NUI Galway Conference highlights European Marine Biotechnology

Marine biotechnology in the Atlantic regions is the focus of a one-day conference being hosted by NUI Galway on Thursday 25th of August.
Published: 22 Aug 2011
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Marine Institute to Host ARCOPOL Workshop

Major Oil Spill Modelling Workshop to take place on Tuesday, September 13th 2011
Published: 12 Aug 2011
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2012-2013 Ship Time Call Now Open

Applications are currently being accepted for ship-time in 2012 and 2013
Published: 30 Jun 2011
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FP7 Funding Opportunities

Calls for research proposals under the 7th Framework Programme (FP7), including specific marine research opportunities under the Ocean of Tomorrow programme and a number of Thematic Areas of the Co-operation programme.
Published: 22 Jun 2011
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Ireland Engages with the Atlantic Arc Commission

EU Atlantic Member States work together to optimise the potential of their marine resources
Published: 14 Jun 2011
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Second Annual SmartOcean Workshop

'Driving New Business Opportunities at the Interface between ICT and the Sea' 5th & 6th July at the Marine Institute
Published: 03 Jun 2011
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The Marine Institute welcomes HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco to Galway

Historic Memorandum of Understanding between Monaco and Ireland Signed.
Published: 07 Apr 2011
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Marine Technology Holds a Bright Future for Ireland

Marine Institute CEO Looks “Back to the Future” at Engineers Ireland Conference
Published: 01 Apr 2011
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Marine Education Programme Visits Cork

Cork's LifeTime Lab hosts the Explorers Programme
Published: 30 Mar 2011
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National Consultation on FP8 (2014-2020)

Your opportunity to input to the shape and content of the next Framework Programme (2014-2020).
Published: 28 Mar 2011
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An Integrated Strategy for the Atlantic

Ireland welcomes the opportunity to input on major international strategy document
Published: 13 Dec 2010
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European Commissioner Visits Marine Stands at Galway Science & Technology Festival

“Real Atlas” of Ireland presented to Ms. Marie-Geoghegan Quinn
Published: 03 Dec 2010
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Marine Institute Library Catalogue Open for Access Online

Catalogue of over 5,000 books relating to the sea now available for viewing
Published: 23 Nov 2010
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U.S. Nobel Laureate Visits Marine Institute in Galway

New Horizons in Sustainable Ocean Technology Discussed
Published: 08 Nov 2010
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Explorers team Goes Out of the Deep and into Space for Science Week

The Explorers Education Programme run by Galway Atlantaquaria with the support of the Marine Institute is emerging out of the deep blue sea and into space to celebrate the launch of National Science Week 2010.
Published: 01 Nov 2010
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Ostend Declaration calls for a "Blue" Future for Europe

EU Commissioner Máire Geoghegan-Quinn welcomes the Ostend Declaration: a call for recognition of the Seas and Oceans as one of the Grand Challenges for Europe in the 21st century.
Published: 22 Oct 2010
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Expert Workshop Assess the Environmental Effects and Monitoring Efforts for Current Energy Systems

International Energy Agency experts workshop meet in Clontarf Castle, Dublin.
Published: 28 Sep 2010
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Commission invites public input to development of a European Strategy for the Atlantic

The European Commission invites on-line public input to explore how the Integrated Maritime Policy (IMP: 2007) could be implemented in the European Atlantic Area.
Published: 27 Sep 2010
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Marine Institute Welcomes International Marine Environmental Status Report

The Marine Institute welcomes the publication of a major international marine environmental status report.
Published: 24 Sep 2010
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Invitation to comment on future European Marine Research Strategy

Irish marine researchers (including SMEs) are invited to comment and / or give input to future European Marine Research Strategy.
Published: 22 Sep 2010
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Unique Fisheries Conference in Galway 23rd to 26th August

Fishermen and fisheries scientists get together to pool information on fish stocks
Published: 05 Aug 2010
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Minister Connick Visits the Marine Institute

Opportunities for New Developments in the Marine Sector Discussed
Published: 27 Jul 2010
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Ship-Time Programme 2011

Closing date for funding applications is 16:00 hours on Friday 1st October, 2010.
Published: 25 Jun 2010
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Ireland's Oceans Offer New Opportunities

Robot submarine probes the depths for undiscovered sources of bioactive compounds off Ireland's continental shelf.
Published: 10 Jun 2010
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Views Sought on Pilot EU Atlas of the Seas

Feedback and ideas please by 4th July
Published: 02 Jun 2010
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Sharks and Satellites

Scientists and anglers in joint satellite-linked project to track Porbeagle sharks around Ireland
Published: 01 Jun 2010
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Harmless Bloom of Plankton Visible from Space

Calcium crystals reflect light to give a beautiful natural marine phenomenon
Published: 27 May 2010
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EU Maritime Day Stakeholders Conference 2010

New and emerging technologies offer great opportunies for marine industries.
Published: 25 May 2010
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Ireland benefits from over €7.5 million in EU grant-aid for marine food research

DAFF Workshop on "Strengthening Ireland in participation in FP7" is told.
Published: 19 May 2010
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Galway Students learn how to become Marine Experts on the RV Celtic Explorer

The Marine Institute recently held an open day on board the national Research Vessel Celtic Explorer.
Published: 18 May 2010
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Harnessing Ireland's Potential as a European and Global Centre for Ocean Technology

Major Marine Institute Workshop Looks to a Smart Economy of the Seas
Published: 17 Mar 2010
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Explorers Education Programme has a "Big Day Out" in Dublin

Dubliners come face to face with dogfish, spidercrabs and stafish in Merrion Square
Published: 15 Mar 2010
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EUROFLEETS Call Now Open

Applications invited for access to 18 European research vessels.
Published: 15 Mar 2010
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Fish Farming - Are We Doing the 'Right Research'?

“Research in Aquaculture Must be Matched to Current Problems” says Irish Science Chief.
Published: 23 Feb 2010
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Beaufort Workshop Proceedings Now Available online

Diverse range of topics discussed
Published: 28 Jan 2010
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Ministers Smith and Killeen Visit the Marine Institute

Action-packed 2010 Work Programme Described
Published: 22 Jan 2010
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Deepwater "Ghost-Fishing" Problem Eases - according to new survey report

Damage done to fish stocks from discarded nets may not be as widespread as previously thought
Published: 20 Jan 2010
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2010 Opens New Decade of Discovery for Irish Marine Science

Minister Tony Killeen Visits National Research Vessel in Galway
Published: 08 Jan 2010
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Fishermen and Scientists Join Forces

A study to record the wealth of knowledge held by fishermen is underway in Galway Bay.
Published: 06 Jan 2010
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Coastal Economies Can Feel The Sting Of Jellyfish

Once considered unimportant as a factor in coastal economies, jellyfish are now playing increasingly significant roles in coastal ecosystems and processes.
Published: 05 Jan 2010
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Great Opportunity for Irish Marine Scientists

Irish marine researchers can now apply for fully funded ship time and access to equipment on a fleet of European research vessels.
Published: 10 Dec 2009
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Science Enthusiasts meet Scientists from Yesteryear

Young science enthusiasts, families and inventors from the past, present and future celebrated the launch of the national “Science Week” at Galway Atlantaquaria.
Published: 09 Nov 2009
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Marine Law Book Receives Critical Acclaim

Research for new source book on Marine Law funded under the Marine Institute Manahan Fellowship.
Published: 30 Oct 2009
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Update on Oyster Mortalities

Oyster mortality reported in Irish and French oyster production areas over the summer has been resolved and trade has been re-established.
Published: 02 Oct 2009
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Harmful Algal Events Project Workshop comes to Galway

The Marine Institute recently hosted the final workshop for the three year SPIES DETOX project at its headquarters in Rinville, Galway.
Published: 02 Oct 2009
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Pollution Response Workshop a Success

Over fifty delegates recently gathered at the Marine Institute headquarters in Galway to attend the ARCOPOL conference.
Published: 25 Sep 2009
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New EU publications a goldmine for Irish Marine Researchers

Two new EU publications on current European Marine Research are a goldmine of information for Irish researchers
Published: 25 Sep 2009
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SEABED 10 Conference - 10 years of Seabed Mapping in Ireland

The Marine Institute and the Geological Survey of Ireland will be hosting the SEABED 10 conference in Dublin on the 6th and 7th of October to celebrate ten years of seabed mapping in Ireland.
Published: 18 Sep 2009
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Call for 2010 Ship Time Now Open

Applications for ship-time for 2010 on the national research vessels is now open until October 13th, 2009.
Published: 03 Sep 2009
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Update for Irish Oyster Producers

Latest information about Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) since the 22nd June.
Published: 07 Aug 2009
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Marine Survey of Special Protection and Conservation Areas to Commence

A series of surveys of Special Areas of Conservation (SAC) and Special Protection Areas (SPA) will commence around the Irish coast Friday 7th August.
Published: 06 Aug 2009
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Marine Institute to Host Major Marine Pollution Response Conference

Atlantic Regions Coastal Pollution Response (ARCOPOL) Conference set for Galway on 7th September
Published: 31 Jul 2009
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Latest EU Seventh Framework Research Funding Call Announced

EU Launches 4th call for proposals in its €50 billion 7th Framework Research Programme
Published: 30 Jul 2009
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Advance Notice : Applications for Ship Time 2010

The Marine Institute will shortly be inviting applications for ship-time on-board the national research vessels during 2010.
Published: 28 Jul 2009
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Marine Institute launches Directory of FP7 Marine Projects (2007-2008)

The Seventh Framework Programme (FP7) Directory “Irish participation in EU FP7 funded competitive marine research projects during the period 2007-2008” was launched at the recent FP7 Ireland Conference.
Published: 24 Jul 2009
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Research on Climate Change Captures Extreme Rainfall Event in Burrishoole Catchment, Co. Mayo

On 2nd July 2009, an unseasonable storm with record rainfall caused major flooding around the Marine Institute’s facility on the Burrishoole catchment at Newport, Co. Mayo.
Published: 24 Jul 2009
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Oyster Mortalities in 10 Irish Bays

Oyster growers in 10 bays around the country have been experiencing losses of between 15 and 75 per cent of their stock since 22nd June.
Published: 15 Jul 2009
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Marine Institute joins worldwide database as National Partner

Irish Marine Science to get greater visibility on worldwide publications database.
Published: 06 Jul 2009
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EU Project Seeks to Prevent Losses from Fish Farms

Marine Institute Scientists Look at Ways of Preventing Fish Farm Escapes
Published: 29 Jun 2009
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New Executive Secretary of Marine Board - ESF Appointed

Dr Niall McDonough takes the helm of a key European marine science organisation.
Published: 12 Jun 2009
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Report on Second European Maritime Stakeholder Conference

An Integrated Martitime Policy for Europe represents "a unique opportunity", says EU Commissioner.
Published: 12 Jun 2009
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Trade Restrictions on French Oysters

The French Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries has announced a ban on exports of Pacific Oysters from areas experiencing abnormal oyster mortality. The Marine Institute urges Irish oyster producers who have stocked from French sources to report abnormal oyster mortality.
Published: 09 Jun 2009
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Galway Explorers Celebrate World Oceans Day

Marine science and education community gets together to celebrate World Oceans Day in Galway
Published: 09 Jun 2009
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Scientists from NUI Galway uncover new deepwater coral reefs

The Marine Institute ROV "Holland 1" films uncharted deepwater corals off Ireland's Atlantic coast.
Published: 26 May 2009
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Protecting Native Plants and Animals is Critical to the Economy

Biodiversity Forum highlights danger of invasive species on International Biodiversity Day
Published: 22 May 2009
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Irish Marine Science Showcased at EU Conference

"Europe is Over 50% Underwater" - Ireland tells EU Research Conference
Published: 15 May 2009
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Marine Institute on You Tube

The Marine Institute’s DVD “Explorer – A Deeper Understanding”, featuring spectacular deep water footage of coldwater corals over 1,500 metres below the sea off Ireland’s Atlantic coast, is now viewable on You Tube.
Published: 14 May 2009
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Marine Institute Welcomes Volvo Ocean Racers

Showcase for the science above and below the waters of Galway Bay
Published: 13 May 2009
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Probing the depths without getting wet

Dublin Workshop Glimpses the Future of Marine Sensor Technology
Published: 08 May 2009
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Fish and Silicon Chips

Fishermen, Anglers and Scientists Join Forces to Understand Cod Stocks in the Celtic Sea.
Published: 28 Apr 2009
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Leading Expert Speaks at Galway Workshop

World Expert Speaks to Irish Marine Scientists About Effects of Climate Change on the Oceans
Published: 24 Apr 2009
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Seminar to Tackle the Challenges of Managing Fish Health

Optimising fish health is one of the key challenges facing Irish fish farmers today and will be the focus of a Seminar at the Marine Institute, Oranmore on June 11th.
Published: 15 Apr 2009
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Beaufort Marine Socio-Economic Workshop held in Galway

The Marine Institute hosted a meeting for marine socio-economic experts at its Galway Headquarters on the 10th March
Published: 19 Mar 2009
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HP Supercomputers to assist in Climate Change Models

Supercomputer project aims to forecast the effects of ocean climate change
Published: 24 Feb 2009
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Research Programme on Bioactive Compounds from Seaweed Introduced

Seaweed Symposium Draws Unprecedented Interest
Published: 05 Feb 2009
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