Project description
Particle imaging with high resolution underwater cameras evaluate ocean carbon export fluxes
Small changes in the efficiency of the biological carbon pump (BCP) can greatly alter ocean carbon sequestration and, thus, atmospheric CO2 and climate. Currently, the factors that drive BCP variability are poorly understood, and annual global estimates of the magnitude of carbon export from the ocean surface via the BCP vary up to 400 %. The EU-funded IMOS project will focus on increasing the precision of export assessments and restraining its variability using the latest technological advances in in-situ imaging and autonomous sampling, combined with advanced methods to collect sinking particles and powerful simulation tools. The research will link optical properties to direct carbon flux measurements to obtain higher resolution quantification of carbon export in the oceans via the BCP.
Fields of science
- engineering and technologyelectrical engineering, electronic engineering, information engineeringelectronic engineeringsensorsoptical sensors
- natural sciencescomputer and information sciencessoftwaresoftware applicationssimulation software
- agricultural sciencesagriculture, forestry, and fisheriesforestry
Programme(s)
Funding Scheme
MSCA-IF-GF - Global Fellowships
Coordinator
41004 Sevilla
Spain
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Partners (1)
Partner organisations contribute to the implementation of the action, but do not sign the Grant Agreement.
02543 Woods Hole
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