Marine Animal Ecology Group
Marine animal ecology (MAE) studies how marine animals adapt in response to a changing environment. Our research is focused on different organismal levels, from eco-physiology, early life-stage development, population genomics, up to whole ecological community responses. We subsequently apply our research to gain an understanding of the consequences of anthropogenic activities to ecosystem services and conservation management.
Chair holder
News
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Radio1 interviews Niels Breve about sturgeon bycatch reporting
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PhD candidate Annemiek Hermans in Heels of Steel
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Ronald Osinga talks about restoring destroyed coral reefs due to dynamite fisheries on the radio
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Restoring coral reefs with sea urchins: a new project
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Tinka Murk in podcast on ecosystems and transitions
Research
Education
We provide education and training at the BSc, MSc and PhD level.
BSc Marine Sciences
New BSc Marine Sciences started September 2023.
Scientific Diving at WUR
Recent publications
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High temporal resolution of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) dynamics during heat stress does not support a causative role in coral bleaching
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Oyster larvae used for ecosystem restoration benefit from increased thermal fluctuation
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Some like it dirty: Less frequent nursery cleaning can reduce reef restoration costs with limited negative effects on coral performance