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Groundbreaking study begins into sharks in Scottish waters

Groundbreaking study begins into sharks in Scottish waters
Jan 7, 2025

Summary The Marine Alliance for Science and Technology for Scotland (MASTS) has secured funding for this initiative.

The SharkScape project will focus on sharks and skates around Scotland, exploring their vital roles in marine ecosystems.

READ MORE: Sightings of basking sharks at 20-year low in Scotland while minke whale numbers soar

Led by the Edinburgh Napier University, the study will shed light on these species and improve public understanding.
Linked Funders MASTS Marine Alliance for Science & Technology for Scotland (Hosted by St Andrew's University)
People Jennifer Dodd
James Thorburn
Org Units School of Applied Sciences
Projects SharkScape: Mapping Elasmobranch Distributions and Sensitivities for Conservation and Management.
Research Areas Conservation / Restoration / Rewilding
Themes Environment
Research Centres/Groups Centre for Conservation and Restoration Science
URL https://www.thenational.scot/news/24839356.shark-skate-study-begins-around-scotlands-coasts/
This news contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals
SDG 14 - Life Below Water