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Impact of Marine Pollution Threats and Conservation of Marine Biodiversity
Abstract: Ocean occupies 71% of earth’s surface and is traditionally divided into four large basins including North and South Atlantic, North and South Pacific, Arctic and Indian oceans. In India we have a vast coastal area of 7516.6 km from Kolkata to Gujarat and also many islands including Andaman and Nicobar and Lakshadweep with vast fin and shellfish biodiversity. Human interference and both natural and artificial factors pose the biggest threat …
Published in International Journal of Marine Life · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Marine-Derived Pharmaceuticals: Unlocking the Ocean's Potential for Human Health
Abstract: The ocean, covering 70% of the Earth’s surface, is a rich source of unique bioactive compounds with potential therapeutic applications. This review aims to highlight the significance of marine-derived pharmaceuticals in human health, focusing on clinically approved and commercially available medications. The review covers various marine-derived compounds, their structural features, modes of action, and applications in treating diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and neurodegenerative disorders. The review identifies several marine-derived …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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India's Vanishing Marine Wealth: Ecosystems Under Threat from Development
Abstract: The Indian Ocean is one of the world’s most important oceans, covering about a fifth of the globe’s total ocean area. It is also home to some of the world’s most valuable fisheries, as well as a wealth of other marine life. However, this development is coming at the cost of the delicate marine environment. Numerous studies have shown that the increased shipping traffic, coastal construction, and pollution are harming …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Container transportation in marine terminals and marine transportation infrastructure on the increase in export market share
Abstract: In order to achieve important policy goals like increasing global competitiveness, diversifying import sources, opening up new markets, and forging strategic partnerships, maritime transportation is essential. It also has a significant impact on reducing the economic vulnerability of nations that rely on the sale of gas and oil by carefully choosing its clients and growing the export of petroleum products, petrochemicals, and gas. This study develops a two-objective mathematical planning …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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Marine Fleet And Container Transportation In Marine Terminals And Its Effect On Increasing Products
Abstract: The advancement of technology has made sea container terminals become complex infrastructures to manage, so this should be studied and investigated by analysts and transportation experts through improving the efficiency and performance of the container terminal. However, the large number and variety of logistical activities gathered together is a major obstacle to effective decision-making processes. In most cases, logistic processes in this field are considered as NP-hard problems. In addition, …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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IoT-based Marine Life Tracking and Pollution Monitoring System
Abstract: In the contemporary world, marine pollution stands as a significant challenge that has adversely affected oceans over the decades. This issue has been exacerbated by human activities, including the improper disposal of sludge, oil spills, and agricultural runoff entering marine environments without adequate regulatory oversight. The repercussions of ocean pollution are detrimental, impacting marine ecosystems, the environment, and ultimately human health. The Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as a …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Oceanmind Systems: AI-Driven Marine Life Intelligence for Climate Prediction and Ocean Ecosystem Stability
Abstract: Oceans regulate global climate systems, support biodiversity, and serve as critical carbon sinks, yet they remain under-monitored relative to their ecological importance. Traditional oceanographic methods rely heavily on satellite sensing, buoy networks, and periodic marine surveys, which often fail to capture real-time biological dynamics at micro-ecosystem levels. This paper introduces OceanMind Systems, an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven marine intelligence framework that integrates marine life behavior, oceanographic data, and computational modeling to …
Published in International Journal of Marine Life · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Impacts of Climate Change and Anthropogenic Stressors on Marine Ecosystems: A Comparative Study of Coral Reefs, Kelp Forests, and Arctic Fjords
Abstract: The accelerating impacts of climate change and human activities are profoundly reshaping marine ecosystems, threatening biodiversity, and altering trophic dynamics. This study synthesizes recent research on the responses of marine flora and fauna to temperature fluctuations, ocean acidification, pollution, and overfishing, highlighting the cascading effects on primary production, nutrient cycling, and ecosystem resilience. Using a combination of field surveys, remote sensing data, and meta-analytical approaches, we quantified biodiversity shifts across …
Published in International Journal of Marine Life · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Parallel Greedy Approach for Phylogenetic Tree Construction in the Context of Marine Species
Abstract: The rebuilding of phylogenetic trees for marine species shows major computing problems because of the massive genomic data and the huge biodiversity inherent in ocean ecosystems. Traditional phylogenetic methods are accurate but become more expensive when they are processing with thousands of marine taxa parallelly. This article shows a critical analysis of parallel greedy algorithms as an adaptable solution for large-scale marine phylogenetics. It examines the main principles of greedy …
Published in International Journal of Algorithms Design and Analysis Review · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 33–45 Read article
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Conflict Resolution and Long-term Planning: A Case Study of Bangladesh’s Marine Areas
Abstract: Bangladesh has a significant maritime area (118,813 km2 ), about equal to its land area. As a result, this vast marine area has prompted Bangladesh to exploit its maritime resources in a sustainable manner, which has been dubbed the “Blue Economy.” Bangladesh's maritime region is used for a number of activities, including fishing, shipbuilding, shipping, oil and gas exploration, tourism, energy, and military exercises. User-user conflict and user-environment conflict are …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 15–33 Read article
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From Space to Sea: Leveraging Satellite Technology for Monitoring Marine Debris
Abstract: Marine trash endangers ecosystems, so efficient detection is critical. This article describes a novel strategy for improving detection accuracy by integrating YOLOv7 instance segmentation with attention processes. Three models are evaluated: lightweight coordinate attention, the convolutional block attention module (CBAM) for spatial-channel focus, and the bottle neck transformer, which relies on self-attention. On an annotated satellite image dataset, CBAM has the greatest F1 scores in box recognition (77%) and mask …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Marine Fungi – An Expandable Source for Production of Novel Bioactive Metabolites: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: The marine environment, representing the largest and most extreme biome on Earth, serves as an unparalleled reservoir of biodiversity. Within this vast ecosystem, marine fungi have emerged as a prolific source of structurally diverse and pharmacologically active secondary metabolites. Dwelling in habitats characterized by extreme high salinity, high hydrostatic pressure, and low temperatures, these microorganisms have evolved unique biochemical and metabolic pathways to synthesize novel compounds, including pyrrole-imidazole alkaloids, cyclic …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Adverse Effects of Oil Spills on Human and Marine Life and Causing Deterioration to Ecological Balance
Abstract: Petroleum based products are vital to human existence as water, and serves as the basic wall of defense for the future generation. Oil spills have become a global problem in developed and industrialized countries. Accidental spills and leaks damage the highly complex marine ecosystem resulting in some significantly environmental disasters. Short and long-term effects of oil spill on marine environment generate a widespread public concern with an enormous pressure on …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Marine Spatial Planning: Implementation of Plans and Strategies in Perspective of Bangladesh
Abstract: Marine spatial planning (MSP) is an internationally recognized planning tool used in coastal countries to utilize information about a particular maritime zone, its resources, and its uses and to develop a comprehensive ocean management system. It is a pragmatic and integrated process to protect the environment when human operations are held at spatial and temporal levels and increase sustainability in marine resources' uses. After two victories with two neighboring countries, …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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Richness of Marine Biodiversity: Ecological, Economic, and Conservation Perspectives
Abstract: Marine life is diverse, from minuscule plankton to the greatest species on Earth. Marine biodiversity is extensive, and this article examines the ecological roles of species in coral reefs, deep-sea trenches, and coastal environments. Ocean life is essential for keeping the planet's environment in balance. It helps control the Earth's climate and provides income, food, and resources for millions of people around the world. Marine ecosystems are home to an …
Published in International Journal of Marine Life · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Polymeric Nanocomposite Aided Bioaugmentation for Marine Oil Spills – A Review
Abstract: Bioaugmentation is a promising, cost-effective bioremediation technique that enhances the degradation of marine pollutants by introducing hydrocarbon-degrading microorganisms. This review explores recent advancements in the use of bioaugmentation for petroleum biodegradation in marine environments, emphasizing the integration of microbial systems with polymeric and composite materials. Innovative methods, such as the immobilization of microbial cells within biodegradable polymeric matrices (e.g., alginate, chitosan, polyvinyl alcohol), have significantly improved microbial viability, metabolic efficiency, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1049–1061 Read article
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Harnessing Marine Byproducts and Optimization of Biopolymer Extraction Quality Using Response Surface Methodology and Study of Its Physicochemical Properties
Abstract: Chitosan, a versatile biopolymer derived from chitin, holds immense potential across various industries owing to its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and biocompatible properties. This study aims to optimize the deacetylation process of chitin, sourced from shrimp shells, using Response Surface Methodology (RSM) to produce high-quality chitosan. The Box-Behnken Design (BBD) was employed to evaluate the effects of temperature, time, and alkali concentration on the degree of deacetylation (DD%), a key determinant of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 125–139 Read article
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Evaluation of Marine Waste Water And Aromatic Hydrocarbons Toxicity Using A Battery of Assays
Abstract: Abstract The aim of this study is to evaluate the toxic effects of marine wastewater and representative aromatic hydrocarbons using a battery of assays. The methods employed for the toxicological evaluation involve physic-chemical analysis of the marine wastewater, toxi-chromo test using mutant E coli and sub-chronic animal toxicity testing with emphasis on body weight determination, biochemical indices and histopathological examination. The results showed that Nembe water side wastewater sample contain …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Effect of Oil Spills on Marine life
Abstract: Oil spill is the release of a liquid petroleum hydrocarbon into the environment, especially marine areas due to human activities and is a form of pollution. Oil spill pollution can have multiple causes both of natural and anthropogenic origin. The major oil spills of the world include Exxon Valdez oil spill, Arabian Gulf spill, Deepwater Horizon spill and Mumbai oil spill. Oil spills have negative impact on marine ecosystem which …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology Read article
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A review of nanocomposite coatings for marine applications
Abstract: This paper reviews the performance and material characterization of nanocomposite coatings on the hydraulic pipelines of Ship A-Frame, which were corroded due to seawater exposure. Hydraulic pipe lines made of carbon steel face severe corrosion due to the highly corrosive nature of seawater with high salinity and microorganisms. The shipping industry utilizes organic and inorganic coatings to safeguard the hydraulic and seawater pipe lines of deck machines from marine pollution. …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article