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Bilateral expedition will study the Última Esperanza fjords

Bilateral expedition will study the Última Esperanza fjords

by Daniela Jofré | Jan 24, 2023 | Pelagic Processes, Task Force

Scientists from Chile and Germany will investigate the low oxygen levels in the area, in addition to reconstructing the geological history of the place and analyzing the variations it has experienced due to the effects of climate change. From January 28 to February...
New oceanographic instrument will allow detecting the presence of harmful algae in Patagonia and Antarctica

New oceanographic instrument will allow detecting the presence of harmful algae in Patagonia and Antarctica

by Daniela Jofré | Jan 5, 2023 | News, Pelagic Processes

The equipment acquired by the IDEAL Center will contribute to filling an information gap on the appearance and characteristics of these organisms at high latitudes. Phytoplankton is a key element in the food web of the world’s aquatic ecosystems, since it...
Study warns sharp decline in Antarctic krill by 2100

Study warns sharp decline in Antarctic krill by 2100

by Daniela Jofré | Sep 30, 2022 | Pelagic Processes, Task Force, News

Through predictive models, research published in the scientific journal Progress in Oceanography revealed that by the end of the century there will be a decrease in the biomass of this organism. This will also mean a displacement of species that depend on it, such as...
Abnormal temperatures marked unprecedented winter campaign in Antarctica

Abnormal temperatures marked unprecedented winter campaign in Antarctica

by Daniela Jofré | Sep 21, 2022 | Pelagic Processes, News

A team of scientists monitored the environmental conditions of the white continent for five months. With this, the researchers seek to obtain a continuous record of the variations between seasons. After spending more than five months at the Antarctic base, Professor...
International study reveals present and future of zooplankton in the Southern Ocean

International study reveals present and future of zooplankton in the Southern Ocean

by Daniela Jofré | Aug 30, 2022 | Pelagic Processes, News

Scientific work shows the importance of in-depth analysis of these organisms, key links in the food chain in Antarctica and highly sensitive to environmental changes It is becoming increasingly imperative to understand how the effects of climate change are affecting...
Scientists discover new toxin in the seas of Patagonia

Scientists discover new toxin in the seas of Patagonia

by Daniela Jofré | Aug 30, 2022 | Pelagic Processes, News

Thanks to a novel oceanographic sampling system used in the extreme south of Chile, it was possible to detect a microalgae capable of producing neurotoxic effects in mammals. The research was published in the prestigious journal Progress in Oceanography. After two...
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