Tag: coastal ecosystems
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“Unlocking the Secrets of Marine Slugs: Curtin University’s Groundbreaking Research on Onchidiidae”
Discover the Groundbreaking Research Project Led by Curtin University Introduction to the Research Project In collaboration with international experts, Curtin University researchers are exploring WA’s northern coastline to study an essential yet little-known group of marine slugs, the Onchidiidae. These air-breathing slugs inhabit rocky and muddy shores, emerging at low tide to feed and reproduce,…
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Alarming Practices in Shipbreaking: Environmental and Safety Challenges in South Asia
The Shipbreaking Industry: Environmental and Safety Concerns The shipbreaking industry faces significant environmental and safety challenges, with 80% of global vessel tonnage scrapped in 2024 dismantled under substandard conditions, primarily in South Asia. This article delves into alarming practices, focusing on Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan, and explores the regulatory frameworks, technological innovations, and future prospects…