“Why should we care about a ‘worm’?” | An Interview with Dr. Franziska Sophie Bergmeier, Solenogastres Expert
These small, "worm-like" creatures might not have the charismatic appeal of octopuses or dolphins, but they play a crucial role in ocean ecosystems and offer valuable insights into biodiversity and evolution.
16/01/25
That’s a Wrap! A timeline of Achievements at the Ocean Census in 2024
In 2024, the Ocean Census achieved exciting milestones in advancing the understanding and discovery of marine biodiversity.
20/12/24
Following the Nazca Ridge Expedition: The Chile Species Discovery Workshop
This species discovery workshop will allow us to uncover potential new species from the Nazca Ridge expedition.
05/12/24
Why should we care about Arctic Biodiversity? A message to COP16
In the icy depths of the Arctic Ocean lies a world that remains largely unknown to science, a hidden realm brimming with unique marine life and untapped biodiversity.
01/11/24
Meet the Ocean Census Arctic Taxonomic Workshop Participant Scientists
Deep-sea exploration and the discovery of new species, along with chemosynthetic ecosystems, represent an exciting frontier in marine biology.
03/10/24
Understanding the Importance of Taxonomy & Classification systems: A Beginner’s Guide
Explore the importance of taxonomy in accelerating marine species discovery, with insights into classification and taxonomic workshops.
23/09/24
A Q&A with Senior Content Producer, Paul Satchell
What's it like being the Senior Content Producer at Ocean Census? Paul explains his career journey leading him to marine content production.
29/07/24
Ocean Census Science Network Profile: Cristiana Castello-Branco, Expert Spongiologist
Learn more with Cristiana Castello-Branco, a postdoctoral researcher at the Museu Nacional (Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro – Brazil) working on deep-sea sponges.
23/07/24
Profile: Cristiana Castello-Branco
Learn more with Cristiana Castello-Branco, a postdoctoral researcher at the Museu Nacional (Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro – Brazil) working on deep-sea sponges.
23/07/24Join the census
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