NEWS AND PROJECT UPDATES
November 28, 2024|News
Exciting News: Launch of the PlasticParcels Python Package!
We’re excited to announce the release of plasticparcels, a cutting-edge Python package for simulating the transport and dispersion of plastics in the ocean. PlasticParcels is designed to empower researchers, modelers, and developers to advance our understanding of plastic pollution pathways and dynamics. ...
Learn moreOctober 30, 2024|News
New NECCTON publication
A recent study highlights gaps in the protection of Mediterranean seagrass habitats, and suggests that strategically placed MPAs could improve protection and connectivity within the ecosystem. ...
Learn moreOctober 9, 2024|Event
Plankton Detectives: Young Explorers Dive into Ocean Life at Fête de la Science
At this year’s Fête de la Science was held at various venues across France with the theme "An Ocean of Knowledge". ...
Learn moreJuly 14, 2024|News
Interactive ecosystem modelling workshop
The workshop, titled ‘Introduction to new capabilities in marine biogeochemical and ecosystem modelling,’ aimed to equip scientists of all levels with advanced models and tools. NECCTON’s involvement was crucial in providing insights into innovative ecosystem models, supporting both theoretical and practical sessions....
Learn moreJuly 11, 2024|News
NECCTON at AMEMR 2024
Our team has delivered a number of insightful talks and presented informative posters, significantly contributing to the international ecosystem modelling community. This engagement has provided an excellent opportunity for networking and building collaborations with other researchers from around the world....
Learn moreApril 24, 2024|News
NECCTON at the Ocean Decade Conference 2024
NECCTON’s scientific lead, Stefano Ciavatta from Mercator Ocean joined the Conference to highlight NECCTONs contribution to tackle the challenges 2 (Protect and restore ecosystems and biodiversity), 3 (Sustainably feed the global population) and 5 (Unlock ocean-based solutions to climate change), as project endorsed by the UN Ocean Decade....
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