First study on diet of fin and humpback whales in Irish waters for one hundred years
First study on diet of fin and humpback whales in Irish waters for one hundred years
Published: 07 May 2013
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The Longest River event a success in Brussels
The Marine Institute and Galway based choir Cois Cladaigh recently showcased The Longest River to an audience of over 200 people.
Published: 02 May 2013
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European Space Agency Applauds Irish Marine Innovations
Irish maritime companies and researchers have distinguished themselves in European Space Agency (ESA) programmes.
Published: 24 Apr 2013
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Advanced marine technologies course delivered onboard the RV Celtic Voyager
A two-day practical offshore course in advanced marine technologies was recently delivered onboard the RV Celtic Voyager.
Published: 24 Apr 2013
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A new integration step within European research fleets: launching of the EUROFLEETS2 project
EUROFLEETS2 meeting held in Brest, France. Also, Polar and Subpolar Call for Fully Funded Ship Time - NOW OPEN
Published: 16 Apr 2013
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Canadian Ambassador boards RV Celtic Explorer at Galway docks ahead of transatlantic survey
RV Celtic Explorer sets sail for the Labrador and Newfoundland Seas.
Published: 15 Apr 2013
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Programme announced for the 10th Irish Shellfish Safety Scientific Workshop
The 10th Shellfish Safety Science workshop takes place on Thursday April 18th 2013.
Published: 05 Apr 2013
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Irish Marine Science Research receives further recognition
The Marine Institute congratulates Dr Dagmar Stengel of NUI Galway and Dr Jens Carlsson of UCC for securing research funds for two major awards supporting Irish marine science research.
Published: 25 Jan 2013
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GMIT And IWDG Scientists To Survey Bottlenose Dolphins On Continental Shelf
Scientists from GMIT’s Marine and Freshwater Research Centre will depart Galway today on board the RV Celtic Explorer to carry out a survey of cetaceans on the continental shelf edge.
Published: 21 Jan 2013
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Science@ Sea training courses available
The Strategic Marine Alliance for Research and Training (SMART) has opened the call for applications for Science@Sea research vessel-based training courses.
Published: 11 Jan 2013
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New Technology Shines Light on Donegal Shipwrecks
A survey by a Marine Robotics Team from University of Limerick (UL)has shed new light on two shipwrecks off the coast of Donegal.
Published: 26 Nov 2012
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Irish Ports and Shipping volumes remain steady in 3rd Quarter
The volume of port and shipping traffic through Ireland remained relatively stable in the third quarter of 2012 according to the figures released by the Irish Maritime Development Office (IMDO).
Published: 26 Nov 2012
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Improved efficiency and stable profits at Irish Ports 2011
The Irish Maritime Development Office (IMDO) has released a report on its analysis of the semi-state port companies for the accounting period 2011
Published: 09 Nov 2012
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IMDO publishes Irish Ports offshore renewable report
The Irish Maritime Development Office (IMDO) has published its report on “The Irish Ports Offshore Renewable Energy Services”.
Published: 01 Nov 2012
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Tracking Porbeagle Sharks Online
Five more porbeagle sharks have been tagged off the Donegal coast as part of the Marine Institute and Irish Elasmobranch Group’s tagging project.
Published: 25 Oct 2012
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Nutramara researcher Dr. Ulrike Grienke (NUI Galway) receives Egon Stahl-Award 2012
Dr. Ulrike Grienke, a postdoctoral researcher based at NUI Galway, recently received the prestigious Egon Stahl-Award.
Published: 09 Oct 2012
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Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn Attends Research and Innovation Meeting at Marine Institute
Commissioner for Research Science and Innovation visited the Marine Institute, Galway where she participated in a meeting with Government and research and innovation organisations.
Published: 01 Oct 2012
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Water - Our Greatest Resource Photo Competition
A Transition Year Photo Competition, entitled Water - Our greatest Resource, has been launched that will offer students an opportunity to conduct scientific research onboard the RV Celtic Voyager.
Published: 07 Sep 2012
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RV Celtic Explorer completes successful Eurofleets cruise in the North Sea
The RV Celtic Explorer has recently completed a successful Eurofleets two week survey CE12010 in the North Sea.
Published: 21 Aug 2012
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Marine Institute welcomes launch of the Irish Whale & Dolphin Groups RV Celtic Mist
The Marine Institute congratulates the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG) on the official launch of its new “RV Celtic Mist”.
Published: 16 Aug 2012
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First EUSA Atlantic Forum Meeting to take place in the Azores
The First EUSA Atlantic Forum Meeting is to take place in the Azores on Friday 21st September 2012
Published: 27 Jul 2012
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The EU Commission will host a public walk-in exhibition “Research in Action”
From Monday 9 to Friday 20 July, the European Commission Representation will host the "Research in Action" exhibition.
Published: 06 Jul 2012
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2012 Follow the Fleet Schools Competition Results
“A tragic tale of the Titanic, marauding Irish pirates, a futuristic diving suit and a stowaway cat “are all the star characters of the winning animations in 2012 Follow the Fleet School’s competition.
Published: 03 Jul 2012
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Marine Institute hosts International Workshop on Biotoxin Analysis
Twenty international companies attend QUASIMEME workshop on the “Analysis of Biotoxins” in the Marine Institute, Galway.
Published: 29 Jun 2012
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Marine Institute Congratulates IMERC on recent Public Service Award
The Marine Institute congratulates IMERC on their “Public Service Excellence Award” recently announced by An Taoiseach Enda Kenny.
Published: 22 Jun 2012
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New Weather Buoy Deployed
The Oceanographic Service team at the Marine Institute recently deployed the new M3 weather buoy south west of Bantry Bay.
Published: 21 Jun 2012
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3rd Annual SmartOcean Workshop & Innovation Exchange 2012
'Getting more from our Marine Resources through Technology' - Registration will close on Wednesday 27th June @ 5pm.
Published: 31 May 2012
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Minister Simon Coveney welcomes publication of Atlas of Trawl Surveys
Simon Coveney, TD Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine welcomed the publication of the 'Atlas of Irish Groundfish Trawl Surveys'.
Published: 29 May 2012
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Ireland Recognised for Marine Food Research
President Higgins opening the NutraMara Conference last week told delegates that Ireland has become internationally recognised for research in food and in the marine areas.
Published: 04 May 2012
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Eurofleets funded survey successfully completed onboard the RV Celtic Voyager
A EUROFLEETS eleven day survey called AmSeDIS was carried out on board the RV Celtic Voyager in the Irish Sea.
Published: 02 May 2012
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New Technologies for a Blue Future
Irish well represented at Blue Technologies Forum in Brussels, 18th April 2012.
Published: 23 Apr 2012
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Ireland and US Cooperate on Ocean Energy Research
Ireland and the United States sign Memorandum of Understanding on ocean energy research during the Taoiseach's recent visit to Washington.
Published: 30 Mar 2012
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Government’s Research Priorities Highlight Marine Opportunities
The Marine Institute welcomes the Government’s plan to target research areas with the greatest potential for economic return.
Published: 05 Mar 2012
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The RV Celtic Explorer seeks out whales, dolphins, sharks and birdlife in the Atlantic
Scientists from Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland are onboard the RV Celtic Explorer carrying out a multidisciplinary study in the Atlantic.
Published: 02 Mar 2012
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Follow the Fleet 2012 Essay Competition Announced
The Irish Maritime Development Office (IMDO) announce the 2012 Schools essay competition
Published: 17 Feb 2012
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Public Consultation: Our Ocean Wealth
The Government wants to hear your views on how to harness the potential of Ireland's 220 million acre marine resource.
Published: 17 Feb 2012
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European Commission outlines plans for Atlantic Forum
Commission outlines plans for Atlantic Forum to inform the EU Strategy for the Atlantic
Published: 16 Feb 2012
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3rd Annual SmartOcean Workshop ‘Getting more from our marine resources’
Advance Notice: The Marine Institute will host the 3rd annual SmartOcean workshop on 2nd and 3rd July 2012.
Published: 13 Feb 2012
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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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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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