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Presentazione con loghi e MuseaL’Unità MOTax (Marine Organism Taxonomy), in collaborazione con il Museo Vivo del Mare “MUSea”, organizza la quinta edizione della Summer School: “Studio e Monitoraggio delle Praterie di Posidonia oceanica”.

Il corso prevede lezioni frontali, immersioni subacquee ed attività di laboratorio; è rivolto a chi è in possesso di un’adeguata formazione naturalistica e che intenda acquisire le conoscenze necessarie per svolgere analisi sulle praterie di Posidonia oceanica: dalla stesura del piano di campionamento a tutte le attività in mare, dalle analisi di laboratorio alle attività di elaborazione statistica dei dati.
Identificazione dei limiti della prateria, misure di densità, campionamento, fenologia, studio degli epifiti e della fauna associata, queste alcune delle attività che svolgerà il corsista acquisendo manualità e metodologie per il monitoraggio delle praterie.

La Summer School si prefigge l’ulteriore obiettivo di formare i partecipanti all’applicazione della metodologia PREI, Posidonia Rapid Easy Index, strumento metodologico d’indagine dello stato delle praterie di Posidonia oceanica per l’implementazione territoriale delle Direttive Comunitarie Direttiva Quadro Sulle Acque (2000/60/CE) e Direttiva Strategia Marina (2008/56/CE), ISPRA.
Il corso, diretto dal dott. Luigi Valiante direttore scientifico del Museo Vivo del Mare, si avvale della collaborazione della Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn con la partecipazione del dott. Gabriele Procaccini Dirigente di Ricerca del Dipartimento Ecologia Marina Integrata e del dott. Paolo Fasciglione dell’Unità specializzata in tassonomia MOTax.

La durata è di 5 giorni, le lezioni frontali e le attività di laboratorio si svolgono presso il Museo Vivo del Mare “MUSea” che ha sede al Palazzo Vinciprova di Pioppi (Pollica, SA), mentre le attività di campo (immersioni subacquee) saranno effettuate nell’Area a Tutela “la Punta” di Pioppi, nel Parco Nazionale del Cilento, Vallo di Diano e degli Alburni.

Lezioni frontali:
• Fisiologia, ecologia, ruolo ecosistemico, gestione della fascia costiera, conservazione
• Resilienza e capacità di adattamento
• Analisi dei dati, applicazione dell’indice PREI con dimostrazioni pratiche

Immersioni subacquee sulla prateria:
• Identificazione dei descrittori fisiografici (tipologia prateria e sua distribuzione, identificazione limiti superiore ed inferiore e tipologia)
• Descrittori strutturali (misure di densità e valutazione dell’indice di copertura)
• Tecniche di campionamento e prelievo dei fasci fogliari
• Campionamento della fauna associata ai rizomi (sorbona)
• Campionamento della fauna vagile associata alle foglie (retino manicato)

Attività di laboratorio:
• Descrittori morfometrici (fenologia)
• Analisi della comunità epifita
• Studio della fauna vagile

Docenti
• Luigi Valiante (Museo Vivo del Mare di Pioppi)
• Gabriele Procaccini (Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn Napoli)
• Paolo Fasciglione (Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn Napoli)
• Michele Scardi (Università degli Studi di Roma Tor Vergata)

Quota di partecipazione:
450,00 euro, la quota comprende:
5 gg di corso presso il Museo Vivo del Mare di Pioppi (Palazzo Vinciprova):
• attività scientifiche in immersione sulla prateria di Posidonia oceanica;
• attività di laboratorio presso le sale attrezzate del Centro Velico Anemos di Pioppi;
• lezioni frontali da parte del personale scientifico;
• materiale didattico;
• cena sociale/coffee break

BORSA DI STUDIO EUGENIO FRESI
Per il 2025 sono previste due borse di studio per la partecipazione al corso finanziate dal Rotary Club di Battipaglia.
Invio candidature, modalità di partecipazione alle borse ed un "ricordo" del professore Eugenio Fresi al link sotto:
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Scadenza presentazione domande per la partecipazione alle borse 31 maggio 2025

Organizzatori: Paolo Fasciglione (SZN), Luigi Maria Valiante (MUSea)
Info e domanda di partecipazione alla summer school:
• www.centrostudisealab.it
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Fine iscrizioni: 15 luglio 2025
Conferma partecipazione e pagamento: 31 luglio 2025

Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn is pleased to honor the memory of Aldo Fasolo and Paolo Brancaccio through two prestigious awards dedicated to young researchers. These recognitions represent a tribute and an incentive for the new generations of scientists.

The awards aim to enhance excellence in research by promoting innovation and critical thinking. They are aimed at young scholars who, with their work, demonstrate dedication and passion for science, embodying the values ​​and legacy of Fasolo and Brancaccio.

Discover the details on how to participate, the selection criteria and the deadlines to submit your application.

 

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Living on the extinction edge: bridging knowledge gaps to PROtect threatened coastal SHARKS in the central Mediterranean Sea

The PROSHARKS project, funded by the Ministry of University and Research (MUR) under the PRIN 2022 program, is dedicated to the conservation of demersal sharks in the Mediterranean. Specifically, PROSHARKS focuses on the three species of smooth-hound sharks (Mustelus mustelus, M. punctulatus, and M. asterias), which are currently considered at risk of extinction in the Mediterranean.

The project will investigate the population structure, connectivity, and spatial and temporal trends of these three species in the Strait of Sicily. This marine area has been globally recognized as an Important Shark and Ray Area (ISRA) by the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) due to its critical role in biodiversity and the abundance of chondrichthyan species.

PROSHARKS will adopt a multidisciplinary approach, integrating fisheries data, satellite tagging data, genetic and isotopic analyses, and local ecological knowledge (LEK) from fishermen to identify temporal trends, habitat preferences, and spatial connectivity of these species within the Strait of Sicily.

The data collected throughout the project will be used to achieve specific objectives, including:

a) Identifying key areas essential for the species' life cycles and conservation through the development of Species Distribution Models (SDMs);
b) Defining the genetic structure of populations and the connectivity between different groups within the study area (e.g., between the Italian and Tunisian coasts);
c) Assessing the impact of climate change on the future distribution of these species;
d) Defining conservation measures and raising awareness among fishermen and the general public about the ecological importance of sharks in maintaining the balance and functionality of the marine ecosystem.

The project is coordinated by the Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn in collaboration with the Polytechnic University of Marche and the CNR IRBIM.

What We Do

SZN coordinates the project and will be primarily involved in the tagging campaign of the species and the analysis of acquired satellite data. Additionally, it will study population trends through interviews with fishermen and identify fisheries management measures aimed at restoring the populations of gulper sharks in the Strait of Sicily.

Partners

SZN, CNR-IRBIM (Mazara del Vallo), Polytechnic University of Marche

Research Area

Marine Ecology

SZN Role

Coordinator

Principal Investigator

Francesco Colloca

Project Manager

Francesco Colloca

Project Duration

24 months: February 2025 – February 2027

Funding Institutions

MUR, PRIN 2022 Call, LS8 sector “Environmental Biology, Ecology, and Evolution”

Involved Personnel

Francesco Colloca, Principal investigator
Manfredi Di Lorenzo, Experienced Researcher
Stefano Moro, Post-doc

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Marine Soundscapes in the Anthropophony Era

Naples, 26th-30th May 2025
Darwin-Dohrn Museum, Villa Comunale, 80121, Naples, Italy

 

This summer school offers participants a comprehensive introduction to the application of acoustics in ecological studies. Attendees will explore the science of acoustic waves in seawater, gaining foundational knowledge in the physics of sound and the use of cutting-edge instruments to analyze marine soundscapes. The program covers innovative methodologies, from passive acoustic monitoring to advanced technologies such as autonomous underwater vehicles and AI-driven signal detection. Participants will also learn how marine organisms use sound for essential biological functions and examine the effects of human-generated noise pollution on coastal and oceanic systems. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on training, the course will provide the tools to assess the role of sound and the impacts of noise on the physiology and behavior of marine organisms. The program will further explore how these effects influence ecological communities, emphasizing the application of mesocosm experiments and field sampling to advance ecological research.

In a nutshell

This summer school is designed to offer a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the critical role of sound in marine ecosystems. It is a unique opportunity to join a growing community of researchers addressing one of the most pressing issues in marine conservation, preparing participants to contribute to innovative solutions and impactful research in this field. The program integrates theoretical and practical sessions, providing participants with comprehensive insights into marine acoustic ecology, technological tools, and effective research and communication strategies.

Target Audience

Open to graduate and PhD students, postdocs, and early-career researchers from the following fields:
(i) Biology and ecology—those who want to learn more about underwater acoustics for their research.
(ii) Physics and engineering—those passionate about marine science and environmental conservation.

Theoretical lessons

- Physics of underwater sound and measurement techniques.
- Underwater acoustics and the role of sound from invertebrates to megafauna.
- State-of-the-art acoustic technologies for monitoring biodiversity and environmental changes.
- The impacts of anthropogenic noise on marine ecosystems and species.
- Communicating acoustic ecology to the public through educational tools and outreach.

Practical lessons

- Setup and calibration of hydrophones and recording systems.
- Identification of sound sources and species-specific vocalizations.
- Use of software for data visualization and soundscape analysis.
- In tank experiments to record effects of noise on invertebrates.

Lecturers

Dr. Francesco Caruso (Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn)
Dr. Filomena Ristoratore (Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn
Dr. Francesca Rossi (Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn)
Dr. Marco Signore (Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn)
Prof. Giovanni Zambon (University of Milano-Bicocca)
Dr. Salvatore Viola (National Institute for Nuclear Physics)
Prof. Lucia Di Iorio (University of Perpignan)
Prof. Lucia Manni (University of Padua)
Dr. Marios Chatzigeorgiou (University of Bergen)
Prof. Livio Favaro (University of Turin)
Dr. Virginia Sciacca (Italian National Research Council)

 

The course is open to 20 participants.

 DOWNLOAD THE POSTER HERE: Summer School 2025 ECOWAVES

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Applications: deadline 4 April.
Participants will be notified by 15 April.
Registration and payment are due by 30 April.

Fee: 250 euro per person (coffee breaks, lunches, icebreaking and social dinner included)

APPLICATION FORM

ORGANIZERS: Francesco Caruso, Filomena Ristoratore, Francesca Rossi, Marco Signore
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