Ocean Health studies the health of marine organisms and of entire marine ecosystems under the effects of climate change. Research topics include the study of molecular mechanisms of host-microbe interactions, symbiosis and dysbiosis marine animal microbiomes, and research on global distribution patterns of potentially pathogenic microorganisms. Different approaches show that environmental stress (ie., warming, acidification, noise) can limit the resilience of marine organisms to diseases and in the long term, influence the biodiversity of marine ecosystems.
Once again this year, more than 2,000 guests visited us at the traditional Open Ship on the ALKOR in the best Kiel Week weather.GEOMAR researchers were engaged in conversations with many interested visitors and reported on their current research. There was a lot to discover, from seagrass to ammunition to sponges. Thank you very much for this great day! Our thanks go to all participating technicians and scientists for their great support.
