Article
Engineering, Marine
Tihana Marceta, Maria Gabriella Marin, Valentina Francesca Codognotto, Monica Bressan
Summary: Shellfish culture is considered beneficial for food security and sustainability in aquaculture. This study investigated the possibility of collecting natural spat of commercial bivalve species in the North-Western Adriatic Sea. The results showed that there is significant potential for Pectinidae spat collection along the North-Western Adriatic coasts, although the presence of invasive species needs to be monitored.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Nenad Vuletic, Jelena Lusic, Ivana Andelic
Summary: The study examined the relationship between Diarrhetic Shellfish Poisoning (DSP) toxicity and bioaccumulated manganese concentration in Mediterranean blue mussel samples collected in the Croatian National Monitoring Programme from January to June 2011. Results showed a higher concentration of manganese in DSP positive samples compared to DSP negative samples, suggesting a potential connection between manganese concentration and the presence of lipophilic biotoxins in the mussels.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Ognjen Bonacci, Duje Bonacci, Matko Patekar, Marco Pola
Summary: In recent decades, the Adriatic Sea and its coastal region have experienced significant environmental changes aggravated by climate change. This study analyzed time series of sea surface and air temperature in the Croatian part of the Adriatic Sea, showing increasing trends with sudden variations observed in 1998 and 1992, particularly in the warmer months from March to August. The results could aid stakeholders and decision-makers in developing effective measures to mitigate the negative effects of climate change in the scattered environment of the Adriatic islands and coastal region.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yixin Gu, Shaoliang Lyu, Lifei Wang, Zhijie Chen, Xuefeng Wang
Summary: The ocean has the potential to function as a carbon sink, and shellfish culture can be used to increase its carbon sink capacity. We analyzed the production and carbon sink capacity of six important mariculture shellfish species in nine coastal provinces of China and found that both production and contribution to the carbon sink generally increase.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Geography, Physical
Antun Husinec, J. Fred Read, Bozo Prtoljan
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the delta(13C) fluctuations and sequence stratigraphy of the Middle and Upper Jurassic strata on the Adriatic Platform. It reveals several significant sea-level changes events and suggests that detailed research on similar thick Jurassic isolated platform successions can provide valuable long-term records of delta(13C), climate, and sea-level changes.
PALAEOGEOGRAPHY PALAEOCLIMATOLOGY PALAEOECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Wangwang Ye, Heng Sun, Yuhong Li, Jiexia Zhang, Miming Zhang, Zhongyong Gao, Jinpei Yan, Jian Liu, Jianwen Wen, Hang Yang, Jun Shi, Shuhui Zhao, Man Wu, Suqing Xu, Changan Xu, Liyang Zhan
Summary: Expanded shellfish mariculture is important for global food security, but it also contributes to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. A study on a constricted tagelus farming system found significant emissions of non-CO2 GHGs, such as CH4 and N2O, which account for over 75% of the system's net global warming potential. The farming mode, nutrient loading, and water drainage activities were identified as the main factors contributing to the emissions. Improving the farming mode and reducing water drainage could help mitigate the emissions. Further research should consider non-CO2 GHGs in mariculture.
AGRICULTURE ECOSYSTEMS & ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Sophie Corrigan, A. Ross Brown, Charles R. Tyler, Catherine Wilding, Carly Daniels, Ian G. C. Ashton, Dan A. Smale
Summary: Seaweed farming in Europe may have similar environmental benefits as natural kelp forests and shellfish farms, but there is still uncertainty about its biodiversity and long-term habitat provision. A study in southwest UK found that farmed kelps supported higher abundance of epibionts compared to wild kelps, but had lower taxonomic diversity. The presence of cultivated mussels also influenced the epibiont assemblages on farmed kelp.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jadranka Pelikan, Nina Majnaric, Maja Mauric Maljkovic, Kristina Pikelj, Bojan Hamer
Summary: There is a lack of comprehensive spatial and temporal data on sediment quality in the Adriatic Sea. In this study, the physicochemical and ecotoxicological analyses of five local coastal sediments were compared with regional averages and sediment quality guidelines of neighbouring countries. The results showed that, except for the open sea, some metals and PAH concentrations in the sediments were slightly higher than the regulated levels. The eluates from the sediments exhibited phytotoxicity, inhibiting the germination and growth of flax seeds. Overall, except for one site, there were no potential ecological impacts on the marine environment according to the applied guidelines.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Y. Bao, W. He, S. Zhao, Q. Liu, K. Li, P. He, K. Li
Summary: The integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (IMTA) system utilizes a fish cage model surrounded by an island and shellfish rafts. Bacterial communities in planktonic and sediment samples showed seasonal variations, with sediments having higher biodiversity. Faecal indicator bacteria and potentially pathogenic species were detected, but the bacterial water quality in the IMTA system was deemed acceptable. PICRUSt analysis revealed differences in amino acid transport and metabolism between planktonic and sediment bacteria.
LETTERS IN APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Milan Oplanic, Ana Cehic Maric, Smiljana Goreta Ban, Tajana Cop, Mario Njavro
Summary: The study found that farmers in the Adriatic Croatia region are facing increasing climate risks, with different levels of perceived risk and preferred risk management strategies.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yupeng Chen, Haiwen Xie, Muhammad Junaid, Nan Xu, Youchang Zhu, Huchun Tao, Minghung Wong
Summary: This study investigated the levels, distribution, sources, ecological, and human health risks of hormones and phenolic endocrine disrupting chemicals in the mariculture areas of the Pearl River Delta in China. The research found that contaminant levels were higher in shellfish compared to fish, and that the pollution was a result of coastal anthropogenic discharges and mariculture activities. The hazard quotient values of the contaminants indicated no immediate human health risk. This study is significant for scientific mariculture management, land-based pollution control, ecosystem protection, and safeguarding human health.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiao Chen, Baiqiang Huang, Qionghui Zhao, Zhou Wang, Wei Liu, Jianying Zhang, Yan Zhou, Qian Sun, Haiyan Huang, Xinfeng Huang, Tianjiu Jiang, Jianjun Liu
Summary: The study evaluated the potential acute and chronic exposure of Shenzhen residents to lipophilic shellfish toxins (LSTs) through shellfish consumption by measuring multiple LSTs levels in shellfish samples from the principal wholesale seafood market in Shenzhen. Most shellfish samples had lower levels of LST contamination than regulatory limits, and estimated acute and chronic exposure levels of LSTs were found to be within acceptable ranges.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Nenad Jasprica, Vinicije B. B. Lupis, Katija Dolina
Summary: The analysis conducted in this study focused on the plants depicted in Baroque artworks on the eastern Adriatic coast, specifically in churches and monasteries in southern Croatia. Through taxonomic interpretation, 23 different plant taxa belonging to 17 families were identified, with the majority being non-native phanerophytes. The selection of these plants was likely based on their decorative and symbolic significance.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ana Cehic Maric, Tajana Cop, Milan Oplanic, Smiljana Goreta Ban, Mario Njavro
Summary: This study focuses on the Mediterranean Basin, specifically Adriatic Croatia, which is more affected by climate change compared to other parts of Europe. The aim was to assess the opinions of policymakers regarding climate change adaptation strategies, rank the importance of adaptation measures, examine implemented measures, and identify future measures. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with sectoral agencies, the national government, and the regional government. The main findings indicate that policymakers prioritize irrigation, organic agriculture, crop crossbreeding and optimization of agrotechnical practices, and agricultural insurance as important strategies. Education, agricultural extension, and information exchange are considered crucial actions by policymakers currently and in the future.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Chaofan Zhang, Tomohisa Hasunuma, Su Shiung Lam, Akihiko Kondo, Shih-Hsin Ho
Summary: Sea salt is a more effective trigger for treating wastewater (almost 100% total nitrogen and total phosphorus removal) and producing high-quality biodiesel (330 mg/L.d). The structure equation model (SEM) further demonstrates a weakening correlation between wastewater treatment performance and microalgal status with increasing sea salt concentrations. Additionally, metabolic analysis reveals enhanced photosynthesis may be the key motivator for favorable outcomes under sea salt stimulation.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Lorena Peric, Victor Stinga Perusco, Vedrana Nerlovic
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL MARINE BIOLOGY AND ECOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Microbiology
Anamarija Kolda, Izabela Mujakic, Lorena Peric, Irena Vardic Smrzlic, Damir Kapetanovic
CURRENT MICROBIOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Helena Ukic Boljat, Merica Sliskovic, Igor Jelaska, Anita Gudelj, Gorana Jelic Mrcelic
Review
Environmental Sciences
Amalia Rosner, Jean Armengaud, Loriano Ballarin, Stephanie Barnay-Verdier, Francesca Cima, Ana Varela Coelho, Isabelle Domart-Coulon, Damjana Drobne, Anne-Marie Geneviere, Anita Jemec Kokalj, Ewa Kotlarska, Daniel Mark Lyons, Tali Mass, Guy Paz, Ksenia Pazdro, Lorena Peric, Andreja Ramsak, Sebastian Rakers, Baruch Rinkevich, Antonietta Spagnuolo, Michela Sugni, Sebastien Cambier
Summary: Assessment of environmental stressors involves quantifying their impacts on various indicators such as species density, growth rates, reproduction, behavior, and physiology, as well as host-pathogen interactions and immunocompetence. Environmental stress may induce sublethal effects like mutations and epigenetic signatures, affecting offspring via transgenerational inheritance.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Bruna Bacalja, Maja Krcum, Merica Sliskovic
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2020)
Article
Environmental Studies
Merica Sliskovic, Marina Piria, Vedrana Nerlovic, Katarina Pavicic Ivelja, Ana Gavrilovic, Gorana Jelic MrCelic
Summary: By intensifying maritime traffic, shipping has become a likely pathway for the introduction of non-indigenous species (NIS) into the Adriatic Sea. This paper presents an updated list of 127 NIS likely introduced by maritime shipping, with a significant portion possibly introduced through boat hull fouling. Italy accounts for over 73% of the first detections of NIS, with more than half classified as established. The lack of systematic risk assessment and regulations for biofouling control may further exacerbate the introduction of NIS through shipping in the Adriatic Sea, posing a serious threat to native biodiversity and natural heritage.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Helena Ukic Boljat, Neven Grubisic, Merica Sliskovic
Summary: As nautical tourism and recreational activities involving boats continue to gain popularity, research on the environmental impacts of these activities has increased. Most studies focus on the environmental impacts, such as invasive species, antifouling, and impacts on species. Scientific contributions mainly revolve around proposing methods to estimate recreational boating activities and their environmental impacts.
Article
Engineering, Marine
Ana Ramljak, Irena Vardic Smrzlic, Damir Kapetanovic, Fran Barac, Anamarija Kolda, Lorena Peric, Ivana Balenovic, Tin Klanjscek, Ana Gavrilovic
Summary: This study examined the culturable skin microbiota associated with farmed European seabass and found that the majority of bacteria on the skin belonged to the genera Pseudomonas and Vibrio. Some of the identified microbiota were pathogenic to fish and showed higher resistance to certain antibiotics. This study provides valuable information on the culturable skin bacteria of healthy European seabass under different antibiotic usage conditions and highlights the potential problems for fish health management.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Marine
Katarina Balic, Drazen Zgaljic, Helena Ukic Boljat, Merica Sliskovic
Summary: This paper aims to analyze the main scientific contributions in the field of sustainable seaports, focusing on passenger seaports and their commitment to sustainability. The results show that most papers address the environmental impacts of sustainable seaports and sustainable passenger seaports, and quantitative methods are commonly used.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Damir Kapetanovic, Irena Vardic Smrzlic, Ana Gavrilovic, Jurica Jug-Dujakovic, Lorena Peric, Snjezana Kazazic, Tea Misic Radic, Anamarija Kolda, Milan Cankovic, Jakov Zunic, Eddy Listes, Darija Vukic Lusic, Atle Lillehaug, Semir Loncarevic, Kristina Pikelj, Brigita Hengl, Drazen Knezevic, Mansour El-Matbouli
Summary: This study isolated Vibrio spp. from environmental samples collected in Mali Ston Bay in the Adriatic Sea, Croatia, and assessed their distribution in European seabass. The predominant species in seabass was V. alginolyticus, with V. anguillarum identified as a potential pathogen.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Gorana Jelic Mrcelic, Vedrana Nerlovic, Merica Sliskovic, Ivana Zubak Cizmek
Summary: Atlantic bluefin tuna is vital to the Mediterranean tuna fishery and global fish market. Croatia is a pioneer in tuna farming, with exclusive rights to farm wild-caught juvenile tuna. This article identifies challenges to sustainable farming practices and provides solutions, while emphasizing the need for further investments to meet global demand and conserve wild tuna stocks.
Article
Education & Educational Research
Katarina Balic, Helena Ukic Boljat, Gorana Jelic Mrcelic, Merica Sliskovic
Summary: The UN emphasizes the role of the shipping industry in achieving sustainable development goals, and most shipping companies have integrated sustainable goals into their daily operations.
PEDAGOGIKA-PEDAGOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
G. Guidi, M. Sliskovic, A. C. Violante, L. Vukic
GLOBAL NEST JOURNAL
(2020)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Anamarija Kolda, Ana Gavrilovic, Jurica Jug-Dujakovic, Zrinka Ljubesic, Mansour El-Matbouli, Atle Lillehaug, Semir Loncarevic, Lorena Peric, Drazen Knezevic, Darija Vukic Lusic, Damir Kapetanovic
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2020)
Article
Psychiatry
Andrea Russo, Nikola Mandic, Merica Sliskovic, Rosanda Mulic
PSYCHIATRIA DANUBINA
(2020)